Genealogy Roundup, September 2
This week, we have another touching reunion, a story involving Hitler's teeth, a family who saves the pub their ancestors owned, and much, much more . . .
Season 3 of ‘Finding Your Roots’ Green-Lighted for January 2016 Return on PBS
Season 3 of 'Finding Your Roots' is scheduled to begin airing in January 2016. Under the ancestral microscope, you'll see Patricia Arquette, Lidia Bastianich, Richard Branson, and many more.
Genealogy Roundup, July 8
This week, we have Irish history, parish records released, a "Roots" remake, Pitbull's family immigration story, 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.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: Vine Lake Preservation Trust
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Seton Shields Genealogical Grants program, Megan is sharing thank you notes received over the years from recipients. Next up is a look back at the Vine Lake Preservation Trust.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: Kelly Bickle
Here is a look back at Kelly Bickle, as part of the celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Seton Shields Genealogical Grants program.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: StoryCorps
In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Seton Shields Genealogical Grants program, Megan is sharing thank you notes received over the years from recipients. Here is a look back at StoryCorps.
Genealogy Grants Retrospective: Scott County Genealogical and Historical Society
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Seton Shields Genealogical Grants program, Megan is sharing thank you notes received over the years from recipients. Next up is a look back at the Scott County Genealogical and Historical Society.
February 2015 Seton Shields Genealogy Grant
Caleb Pomeroy will be taking some time to visit his ancestral home, Berry Pomeroy Castle in Devon, to interview locals, visit archives, & pursue DNA testing.