Welcome back to the Ancestral Findings newsletter!
This week, our free genealogy lookups include Loyalists in the American Revolution, Revolutionary War pension lists, early U.S. soldiers from 1784 to 1811, and Massachusetts Revolutionary War soldiers and sailors from 1775 to 1782. We also have an index of Civil War Confederate pension applications available to explore. Take advantage of these great resources to uncover
more about your ancestors!
The latest giveaway has finished, but another is just on the horizon, so keep an eye out and check back here on the webpage for the latest updates!
In our "Pillars of Power" series, we’re exploring William Howard Taft's and Woodrow Wilson's lives. These two presidents shaped the nation in ways that still
impact us today, and their family histories are fascinating to trace.
I’ve also included a special article on Civil War dog tags—those small but crucial identifiers that were often a soldier’s final connection to their identity. It's a powerful reminder of the personal stories behind the names we
research.
If you’re a fan of postcards, we have a treasure trove in our postcard archives for you to explore. Postcards offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, showing what towns and cities once looked like and even how people communicated with one another. They can be invaluable to genealogy research, offering clues about locations,
architecture, and local history that help bring your ancestors’ world to life. You might find the perfect addition to your collection.
Finally, we’ve wrapped up our Indian genealogy series, focusing on connecting with living relatives
in India and navigating the language barriers that can come with researching Indian genealogy. This series has been a rich exploration of modern and historical connections, and I hope it helps you in your own journey.
Wishing you all a productive weekend of family history discoveries!
Happy Searching!
Will
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