Vol. 22, No. 7 — February 16, 2017
Unusual Sources for Finding Old Family Photos |
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If you are looking for photos of your ancestors that you believe exist but were not handed down your family line, there are ways to find them. Not every photo that was ever taken has survived the decades and not everyone that still
exists can be identified. Photos have numerous ways they could have been destroyed over the generations, and not every photo was labeled (and not everyone who knew the identity of people in photos is still alive or able to talk to you). But, you might still be surprised at some of the photographs that DO exist out there.
Here are some places you can start looking... Read More
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WWI Draft Cards: Where to Find Them and What They Can Tell You About Your Ancestors |
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WWI was known as the Great War during its time. It became known as the First Great War during WWII. It wasn’t until after WWII that the moniker of WWI was given to the first world war. It was the first war to use airplanes in combat, even before there was an Air Force, as airplanes had been invented about a decade prior to the war. While the United States attempted to stay out of the war for a
long time, much as it did during WWII, it was eventually drawn in, and those men who were not already in the military were subject to the draft when it became obvious that there were not enough enlisted military men to take care of the manpower needed for the United States required to win the war. Read More
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Latest Genealogy Gold Podcast
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Do you know the tale of the Ghost Army of WWII? It's a fascinating story that is just coming to light. Their tale shows what a difference an artist can make. Join me in today’s episode and I’ll share their story.
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How to Create Beautiful Architectural Photography |
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Architectural photography is a difficult genre with lots of little details that need attention. In my opinion, this kind of imagery relies heavily on geometry, more so than many other genres. Because of this, and because of the limitations of cameras and lenses, it can be tough to bring an architectural image together so that it becomes a piece of art. Because this is a genre that everyone
struggles with, let me show you some of my favorite tips and tricks! Read More
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