One of the first documents that family historians research is the federal census records. From 1790, these historic archives offer a personal view of our past. The US Government instructed a census […]
Census Records And Their Friends
Early Settlers of Sullivan County, North Carolina: Now Tennessee
Nestled between the mountain ridges of eastern Tennessee lies a region rich in history. An area visited by explorers, Native Americans, and early pioneer families, a land that speaks of traditions and […]
Early Families of Wilkes County, North Carolina
Wilkes County, North Carolina, represents homespun traditions, local folklore, and vast beauty. As the foothills begin cascading down from the Blue Ridge Mountains, the county engulfs the Yadkin River’s turns and swift […]
Are Maps Becoming A Thing Of The Past?
One of the first tools I used as a young teenager seeking the truth about my family history was a map. With the help of the librarian, I was able to retrieve […]
Doss: Jim & Mandy
Just when you think you know an ancestor, another bit of information trickles in to add a new detail to their lives. Genealogy is amazing this way. It will always provide clues […]
History & Genealogy-Welcome The Embrace
A personal note from my desk as I feel compelled to share with you the true path of your family history. As you struggle to honor the facts of your relative’s worldly […]
The Keowee Trail-The Splendor Of An Old Road
Walking through the majestic mountain range of upper northwest South Carolina, the glimpse of an old road emerges upon the ground. The old dirt bed dating back to over 310 years, sheds […]
Early NC Families Living Along The Banks of The Yadkin River
This is a partial listing of early inhabitants settling along the Yadkin River. These families are documented as living in the area due to land ownership records. The timeline period of this […]
The Words of Our Ancestors
All through the years of researching many words and sayings that were unfamiliar to me would make their presence known. The atmosphere and social climate of years past are very much different […]
Understanding Our Ancestors-Feelings Discovered Among Research
There are times when a family historian is unable to locate the paper trail and questions quickly come to mind. It would seem to many that a person without paper documents, marriage, […]
