Vol. 24, No. 28 — July 17, 2019
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A Look at the 1860 US Federal Census
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The 1860 US federal census is the last one taken before the Civil War. It is slightly more descriptive than previous censuses, but not as descriptive as post-Civil War ones. Here are some of the interesting findings of this unique census, as well as what information about their ancestors today’s genealogists can probably find there.
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What Your German Surname Says About Your Ancestors
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Every German surname is a piece of German history. It tells you about the person or people who originally bore it in a way the history books and archives will not. In fact, the surname will often give you information about your German ancestors that is not recorded anywhere, but is present in the surname, offering you tantalizing glimpses into your ancient German ancestors of the Middle Ages, such as their parentage, their occupation, their appearance, their
place of birth, their personality, and more. If you have German ancestry, here is what you need to know about German surnames, their meanings, and what they can tell you about your German ancestors of long ago.
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John Clem: The Unsung Heroes of the Civil War
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Born on August 13, 1851, in Newark, Ohio, John Clem’s original surname was spelled “Klem,” but that’s not what makes him an unsung Civil War hero. John is considered by most historians to be the youngest decorated Civil War hero of them all, on either side of the war.
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American Folklore: Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania has some interesting folklore associated with it. This is thanks to its long history of human habitation and varied cultural background. Some of the people to have lived there (and some still do to this day) include Native Americans, Quakers, the Amish,
Mennonites, Dutch, Swedish, and English settlers, and more. Here are some of the highlights of the folklore of Pennsylvania.
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The State Capitals: California
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As the state capital of California, Sacramento is also the county seat of Sacramento County. With a population of just over a half-million, it is the sixth largest city in California, as well as the ninth largest state capital in the country. It is also the fastest-growing city in California, with a huge cultural and economic influence on the metropolitan area, and is also a major hub of education, being the home of both
the University of California at Davis and Sacramento State University.
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If you haven't had the opportunity to download Genealogy Helps #5 you can do so by clicking here. Including topics such as...
- The best online resources for researching French ancestors
- What is a Reasonable Conclusion in Genealogy?
- The French and Native American Relations
- Why Understanding Ancient Laws is Important in Genealogy
- Oklahoma, the Natives, and US Settlement
- What to Do if a Genealogical Record is Sealed
- Guest Books: A Genealogical Treasure Trove
- How to Find a Wife’s Name When it’s Not Obvious
- And much, much more…
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