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Throughout American history, the vice presidency has often been a stepping stone to the highest office in the land. Some vice presidents successfully ascended to the presidency through election or succession after a president’s death. However, many served in the nation’s second-highest office…
The year 1800 was an exciting time for the United States. The country was brand new, only seventeen years out from the conclusion of the American Revolution. Many other countries, and even itself, considered the United States an experiment, as no country had ever achieved independence in the way it…
Dive into your family history with this week’s free lookups! Uncover your roots and explore your family tree today.
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The 1790 US federal census was the first one taken by the United States. It was a brand new country at the time, and this census, though brief and simple, shows what the population of the nation looked like right after its formation. It is a unique and valuable genealogical research resource. Here…
Today, let's discover the invaluable insights census records from 1790 to 1950 offer genealogists and learn how to navigate, interpret, and incorporate them into your family history research.
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Presidents' Day is a holiday that is celebrated in February, and usually means a day off work or school for many people. It is also highly associated with retail sales, as many businesses hold a special sale that day. But what is the history of this federal holiday, and what does it mean to the…
Harrisburg is the capital of the state of Pennsylvania. Europeans first went to the area with the famous John Smith expedition of the early 1600s. The city has been an important one for various reasons and occasions during all of American history.
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Do you enjoy sending Valentine’s Day cards to those you love and admire? So did your ancestors. Here is a little bit about the history of the tradition of sending Valentine’s Day cards, and how the tradition can tell you some interesting information about your ancestors themselves.
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