Genealogy Roundup, April 22
In this week’s roundup, Prince's fascinating roots, a guide to researching Catholic nuns, Irish census records coming online soon, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, April 15
In this week’s roundup, a nostalgic look at the Ellis Island database, Irish dancers inspired by Annie Moore, a new research tool from the Library of Virginia, Idris Elba’s surprising DNA journey, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, April 8
In this week’s roundup, cutting-edge DNA science meets ancient manuscripts, a WWII hero accounted for, a helpful guide for Irish genealogy research, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, December 3
In this week’s roundup, a win for Reclaim the Records, an ancestor's birthday, a few great gifts for genealogists, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, November 12
In this week’s roundup, my upcoming speaking event, genealogy news from New Jersey, a Veterans Day remembrance, the story of Irish soldiers who fought for America in World War I, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, October 29
In this week’s roundup, a fun research project about James Monroe's daughter turns into an odyssey, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, September 17
In this week’s roundup, a major shift in baby names, a quirky book recommendation, Ancestry’s setback with Scottish records, the identification of a Korean War hero, and more.
Captured in Time: Syrian Immigrant Sultana Numeir upon Arrival in America in 1890
The fact that this image exists is remarkable enough, but the story that spilled out of it is even more so.
Genealogy Roundup, September 10
In this week’s roundup, surprising trivia about Hitler’s half-brother, errors found on Ancestry, Ukrainian women safeguarding photographic treasures, and more.
Captured in Time: 8-Year-Old Percy Hemingway upon Arrival in America in 1890
Percy Hemingway, age 8 Percy Hemingway was a [...]