Vol. 25, No. 47 — November 26, 2020
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1820s?
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The 1820s were a decade full of change and innovation in a number of ways. Transportation, culture, fashion, science, and more all made important changes and discoveries. These are some of the highlights of the decade that your ancestors might have known about, experienced, or enjoyed...
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Its bite-sized episodes are perfect for busy researchers, with tightly focused topics. You’ll enjoy the thrill of the hunt, the adventure, and the excitement of researching your ancestors.
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Each state in the United States has a fascinating history behind it. Much of this history became stories, which ultimately became folklore. Some of this treasured folklore has a grain of truth, while some of it appears to be the product of an extraordinarily vivid and active imagination.
Also, some of the states' folklore goes all the way back to their very beginnings, and sometimes even before that, to genuinely ancient times before the arrival of Europeans. Other pieces of state folklore are relatively new, going back only a few decades or less. The primary thing about the lore of the states is that the stories are incredibly engaging to people. The folklore stays in the memory, tantalizing the imagination. These stories are often told to children around campfires, at schools,
at sleepover parties, and in books directed toward them. There are times the folklore is meant for a slightly older audience, and people may not learn the stories until college, or even well afterward, usually online or on a TV show.
In fact, some American folklore stories are so famous that they have been featured on TV. People have gone out into the wilderness with TV cameras to document the stories, especially if they have a supernatural bent.
Whether these American folklore stories are already well-known and beloved by you or new to you, there is no doubt you will find some fascinating tales in this intriguing collection.
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Benjamin Franklin: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
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Benjamin Franklin is one of the best known of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, and one of our most celebrated Founding Fathers. Most of his life is well-documented, and there is much to tell, as it was one of achievement and adventure. These are some of the lesser-known facts about this most famous of founders.
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What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1830s?
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The 1830s were the decade that laid the foundations for the Industrial Revolution. This means that a lot of prototype inventions and preliminary discoveries were made that were the basis of many of the modern amenities we enjoy today. These are some of the highlights of the decade that our ancestors were there to enjoy.
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Darth Vader’s Guide to Genealogy
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Have you ever wondered where your inner strength developed? Have you wondered about the people who may have passed you your intelligence, your fighting skills, and your survival instinct? Do you feel a dark power lurking over you and suspect that you can choke someone from across the room with two fingers? Do you feel a strong urge to wear a black suit and helmet with a long cape? Does your helmet contain a breathing machine? If you have answered yes to any of these
questions, then you may be one of my relatives. I am Darth Vader, and I may be your grandfather...
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Thanksgiving and Our Ancestors
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Thanksgiving is one of our most cherished American holidays. Yet, its beginnings are murky. There is the traditional story of the Native Americans and the Pilgrims, but that is only a simplified version of what really happened, and has only a vague connection to the Thanksgiving we celebrate today. In fact, the real story of America’s Thanksgiving involves a lot of different players across four centuries. This is the story of Thanksgiving in America and how our
ancestors celebrated it...
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Photography Clips: The Many Benefits of Old Age
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We don’t think of old age as having many benefits, but it does! We grow wiser, and through patience or other means, we slow down to observe the world.
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Postcard Inspirations: Walt Disney: His Animation Career
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WWII was an interesting time for Walt Disney and his company. The war affected the company’s revenues in worldwide box office receipts, and debt was an issue. However, Walt also jumped in to the war effort, using his company to undertake a number of projects for the government. He also became more politically involved. Here is the story...
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