Genealogy Roundup, March 23
This week, we meet Annie Moore's Irish cousins, a spy, and the man who develops found film, check out news on next generation DNA Sequencing, see classic "then and now" New York streetscapes, and so much more!
Genealogy Roundup, March 16
The Phono Museum, John Kasich: A Carpatho-Rusyn Pennsylvanian, a look at one of the very few women to receive the Kearny Cross for bravery during the U.S. Civil War, heritage travel, and lots more in this week's Genealogy Roundup!
New Season of ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ Launching April 3rd
The Emmy nominated series Who Do You Think You Are? returns this spring to follow more of today's most beloved and iconic celebrities as they embark on personal journeys of self-discovery to trace their family trees.
Genealogy Roundup, February 17
In this week's roundup, we explore DNA and the role it can play in uncovering the past, the Manhattan Burial Crisis of 1822, the story of Nueva Germania, and more . . .
Genealogy Roundup, February 10
TLC's "Long Lost Family" to begin airing in March, an update on WWII vet Norwood Thomas reunion with his wartime girlfriend, an intriguing way to personalize your home's exterior, celebrity roots, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, February 3
This week's Roundup features a time capsule, a merry cemetery, an inspiring Black History Month video from Cameron Boyce, #WDYTYA news, and lots more!
A Letter from Langston Hughes regarding Sgt. Henry Johnson
I dug up over 1,300 pages of material on while researching Henry Johnson for the Army. Among the more interesting finds was this letter by Langston Hughes.
My #NotAllowedToDie List
Couldn't help myself. I had to get some words and thoughts down after the rapid loss of David Bowie and Alan Rickman. I would love to hear who would be on your list.
Genealogy Roundup, January 13
This week, we have the story of former U.S. President George H. W. Bush's WWII escape from cannibals, a look at Leah Chase, the Queen of Creole Cuisine, a very fun video in which Saoirse Ronan and Stephen Colbert pronounce 'ridiculous' Irish names, and much more!
Genealogy Roundup, December 23
This week, we have baby names, coroner's case files, 'Ellis Island' from The Coors, a shark tombstone, genealogical serendipity, and much, much more!