Vol. 25, No. 48 — December 3, 2020
10 “Must-Do” Genealogy Projects for December
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With the holidays coming up, now is the perfect time to think of the genealogy projects you want to complete for December. With so much going on this month, such as parties, family get-togethers, holiday celebrations, religious celebrations, and more, it may seem like there isn’t much room for genealogy work in the middle of all of that busyness. Yet, December is, surprisingly, the ideal time to tackle some important genealogy projects, and you can definitely work
them into your otherwise busy end of the year schedule. In fact, you’ll be glad you did. Here are ten “must-do” genealogy projects for December...
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What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1840s?
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The 1840s are not usually talked about a lot in the history books, but that does not mean there was not much going on in this decade. In fact, the 1840s were a decade of innovation and discovery. These are some of the highlights of the decade that your ancestors may have 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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Elbridge Gerry: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
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Elbridge Gerry is probably a mid-rank Signer when it comes to being remembered by history. Yet, he played a huge role in the cause of American independence and had a political career that touched almost every part of the government of the new United States. His contributions to the colonies during the American Revolution cannot be underestimated, either. This is his important story...
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What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1850s?
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The 1850s were not the quiet, uneventful decade that the history books usually portray them as being. In fact, there were a lot of important events going on around the globe. Our ancestors got to enjoy new inventions, new literary works of art, and new scientific discoveries. These are some of the highlights of a most remarkable time...
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What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1930s?
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The 1930s were a decade defined by the Great Depression in America, and around the world. Yet, this was not the only thing that was going on in America at the time. Here are some events of the 1930s that would have had an important impact on your ancestors...
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What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1940s?
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What were your ancestors doing in the 1940s? This interesting decade saw America enter WWII, and also brought an end to the war. It is best known for that, but other things were going on then, too. Here are some things that may have impacted the everyday lives of your 1940s ancestors–or maybe even you, if you were there...
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Please keep in mind that this free lookup service is a means of pointing you in a direction to finding more information about your ancestors. I do not research family lines since I do not have the time to do so.
Photography Clips: Creative Technology
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Is the solution to our limitations to invest in a new piece of gear? Or is it more a matter of finding creative solutions using the equipment we have now?
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Postcard Inspirations: Walt Disney: His Animation Career
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Walt Disney is a household name in American culture and entertainment. While he is an American icon, he is known and beloved around the world. His childhood was a tough one, but it helped him to become the man the world knew and loved. Here is what you need to know about the childhood of Walter “Walt” Disney...
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