Ellis Island by The Corrs – I’ve got several favorite songs about immigration – Ellis Island in particular – and this is one of them. I love that they give Annie Moore a shout-out (“Annie, be my guide”), and genealogists will appreciate other specifics (“six minute medical, leaving no chalk on me”). If you’ve got a few minutes, please consider treating yourself to a listen.
Soldier Accounted For From World War II – Welcome home, Staff Sgt. Junior “Jez” J Shelton. Honored to have researched your family. P.S. This was a daunting case, so I’m even more pleased than usual that he’s coming home to his family.
Trump administration resumes layoffs, targeting National Archives staff – Oh, no! More cuts at NARA.
Close as twins, one lost at war, bond of North Side brothers deserves honor from their city – Love this kind of profile that reminds us of the fascinating history residing in our own neighborhoods! I hope Sam Spadaro’s family passes this article down through the generations.
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