Genealogy Roundup, June 17
Medal of Honor recipient's story finally comes to light, LeBron James Cleveland ancestors, Dale Earnhardt Jr. to explore roots, and more.
WWI Hero Sgt. Henry Johnson Receives Long Overdue Medal of Honor
Almost a century after their service, Sgt. Henry Johnson* and Sgt. William Shemin were finally awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony for their heroics in World War I. As the genealogist who had the privilege of researching both of these Medal of Honor cases for the Army, I had the opportunity to seek out and steep myself in more than 1,300 pages of Sgt. Johnson's paper trail, so I'd like to clarify some misconceptions.
Genealogy Roundup, June 3
Bizarre NY public library requests, Shania Twain's roots, world's largest family reunion, WWI Hero Henry Johnson receives Medal of Honor, and more.
Memorial Day: Correcting the Story of World War I Medal of Honor Recipient Sgt. Henry Johnson
More remains to be corrected, but clarifying Henry Johnson's name, as well as shedding light on the dates and places of his birth and death, seems a modest and fitting tribute.
Genealogy Roundup, May 27
The Irish heritage of Anne Meara, correcting the story of WWI Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Henry Johnson, celebration at Ellis Island, and identifying unknown soldiers
Genealogy Roundup, May 20
WWI heroes to receive Medal of Honor, plus three family reunion stories and 11 celebrities whose family members arrived at Ellis Island.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: The Lavaca County Historical Commission
Continuing the 15th anniversary celebration of the Seton Shields Genealogical Grants program, here is a look back at The Lavaca County Historical Commission.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: The Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation
The Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation received a grant in 2005 to assist with building a monument dedicated to all Colorado veterans killed in action since statehood.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: Black Earth Public Library
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Seton Shields Genealogical Grants program, Megan is sharing thank you notes received over the years from recipients. This is a look back at the Black Earth Public Library.
Genealogy Roundup, April 8
Hillary Clinton Family Tree a wake-up call for genealogy; ‘Gertie’s Babies,’ Sold at Birth, Use DNA to Unlock Past; and Army corporal, captured in Korean War, brought home.