Genealogy Roundup, October 19
In this week's Roundup: an ancient cemetery, an in-depth conversation with Bruce Springsteen, and the Ellis Island Family Heritage Awards.
Genealogy Roundup, September 21
Lots of inspiration this week! Start with a look at a memorial which had as its genesis this thought: "The character of a nation as a people of great deeds is one, it appears to me, that should never be lost sight of." Explore the story of Lucy Lee Shirley, a woman who transcended the shadows of slavery and domestic abuse and who, among other things, was able to educate herself and her family and leave her children more than $23,000 in today’s money; check out the update on the DNA of long-lived Italians which was previously reported as stolen, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, May 25
This week, a look at the burial site of George Washington's grandma, some of the individual stories of unclaimed persons in New York City, keeping the memories of loved ones alive, and much, much more!
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!