One of the most thrilling moments in genealogy research is discovering the exact ship that carried your ancestors to America. Passenger lists provide a unique glimpse into your family's immigration story—the vessel that transported them across oceans, the conditions they endured, and sometimes even heartbreaking details that would otherwise be lost to history. Listen to … Continue reading Tracking Your Family Through Ship Manifests
We're gearing up for our research trip to Virginia. Our latest episode, # 99, delves into our preparation process for this journey. We discuss the individuals we'll be studying and the reasons behind our research focus. Join us as we share insights into our upcoming on-site investigation. Our research targets specific ancestors with unknown parentage … Continue reading Research Trip Roadmap
We've all heard the cautionary tale - the wrong crowd can lead someone down a troubling path. In this month's genealogy podcast episode #97, we delve into the life of Charles Kinzie, my first cousin four times removed, whose tale serves as a prime example. Charlie, as newspaper research shows, began a life of crime … Continue reading A Tale of Money, Crime, and Prison
