Ancestral Findings

We've all been there, knee-deep in old records and family stories, when we suddenly hit a snag. Not just any snag, but one caused by the sneaky little words we should've avoided from the start. Think ...

4 Aug 20248min

Discover the intriguing evolution of the United States Secret Service, from its origins in combating counterfeit currency to its iconic role in protecting the President. Uncover untold stories of brav...

2 Aug 20248min

We all have 24 hours a day, but between work, family obligations, and trying to sneak in some "me time," it often feels like there's no minute to spare. So, how can one find the time to dig into genea...

31 Juli 20245min

Today, Let's jump into the fascinating history of the Whig Party, a pivotal force in 19th-century American politics. Discover how the Whigs shaped national policy debates, their presidential legacy, a...

29 Juli 20246min

Learn about the chilling history of the Ku Klux Klan, from its mysterious beginnings in the post-Civil War South to its resurgence during the 20th century. Explore how this infamous group, driven by r...

27 Juli 202412min

Explore the life of Rutherford B. Hayes, the nineteenth President of the United States. Discover how this Civil War hero navigated the contentious election of 1876, ended Reconstruction, and champione...

25 Juli 202410min

Join me as we explore the life of Ulysses S. Grant, the eighteenth President of the United States. Discover how this Civil War hero navigated the tumultuous Reconstruction era, faced economic challeng...

23 Juli 202411min

Explore the life of Andrew Johnson, the seventeenth President of the United States. Discover how this self-educated tailor rose to the highest office in the land, faced the immense challenges of Recon...

21 Juli 202412min