Genealogy Roundup, August 26

Airman Accounted For From World War II (McMackin, C.) – Welcome home, SSG Charles Garvey McMackin. Honored to have researched your family.

Why Pharrell Almost Didn’t Exist – Since this is the anniversary of 1831 Nat Turner Rebellion, I’m sharing this piece about the roots of Pharrell Williams. You’ll find a tangential connection in his family tree – as well as a more direct link to Liberia.

Words We’re Watching: ‘Nibling’ – Hey, genealogists! Let’s make this a thing. Merriam-Webster says, “The more you use it, the sooner it’ll get in” their dictionary.

Danny DeVito discusses his Irish connections – Fun genealogy tidbit – Italy in Ireland!