Family Stories, HistoryWhen People Were Property – Auctions in AmericaWith genealogy, we can discover strange historical truths. Until I researched Thomas, I was unaware that indentured servants were sold in Slave Auctions.LizJuly 16, 2023
Family StoriesAm I Related to Pilgrims, US Presidents, and Famous Scientists?Am I related? Determining that Margaret Poland's parents shown in the FamilySearch world tree are not correct using the genealogical proof standard.LizJuly 4, 2023
Family StoriesAdding Our DNA to the Family Research ChallengeAdding DNA testing to your standard research can reveal some surprises. Here are some of the new information that I have found.LizJune 1, 2023
Family StoriesThe Life of Lt. John Fish Movie – Love and HateA review of an imaginary movie about the life of my 5th great-grandfather, Lt. John Fish. Why did his friends become enemies when he died?LizApril 14, 2023
Family Stories, HistoryLonely and Urgent Escape From East GermanyMy mother-in-law told me about their escape from East Germany. Can you imagine the loneliness she went through planning and executing the escape?LizApril 10, 2023