What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1950s? The 1950s were a decade of economic prosperity and cultural change. The modern world as we know it truly came into being. New inventions, cultural changes, and even the emergence of a new, recognized age group all made the world of America most closely resemble the world we know today than any previous decade. These are some of the most important things that happened in the 1950s. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors-doin...
Dec 21, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 406
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1870s? The 1870s were a decade of change for both America and the world. There was a period of Reconstruction in the United States after the Civil War. Imperialism rose in other countries around the world. New inventions were made, and culture changed in meaningful ways. These are some of the things your 1870s ancestors may have enjoyed or celebrated. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors-doing-in-the-1870s Click Here to listen t...
Dec 17, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 405
What clues do your family’s Christmas traditions hold to your genealogy? Here’s how to use traditional Christmas customs around the world in genealogy research. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/christmas-traditions-and-genealogy/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social...
Dec 15, 2020•7 min•Season 6Ep. 404
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1900s? The 1900s were an important decade in American history, as well as the history of the world. Many new inventions changed the planet's landscape forever and how people lived, work, and entertain themselves. What were your ancestors doing during this decade? This episode gives a little look at some of the things they may have celebrated or enjoyed for the first time in all human history. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors...
Dec 10, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 403
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1910s? The 1910s were a decade of invention and innovation. There were many things that came out of that decade that is still being used and enjoyed by people today. Culture took a huge leap forward, as well. These are some of the things your ancestors in this decade would have known about, and maybe even personally experienced and perhaps even enjoyed. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors-doing-in-the-1910s/ Click Here to liste...
Dec 08, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 402
There was a period of time in colonial New Hampshire when colonists were regularly abducted by Indians and sold to the French in Canada. This is why they did it… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/american-indians-selling-american-colonists-to-canada/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings...
Dec 07, 2020•6 min•Season 6Ep. 401
What were your ancestors doing in the 1940s? This interesting decade saw America enter WWII and also brought an end to the war. It is best known for that, but other things were going on then, too. Here are some things that may have impacted the everyday lives of your 1940s ancestors–or maybe even you, if you were there. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors-doing-in-the-1940s/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Gi...
Dec 01, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 400
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1930s? The 1930s were a decade defined by the Great Depression in America, and around the world. Yet, this was not the only thing that was going on in America at the time. Here are some events of the 1930s that would have had an important impact on your ancestors. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors-doing-in-the-1930s/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://an...
Nov 26, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 399
Today we have a guest genealogist that may help you Trace Back Your Roots to the Dark Side. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/darth-vaders-guide-to-genealogy/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram...
Nov 24, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 398
We Americans recognize those as the first lines of our National Anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” but to the author of those words, Francis Scott Key. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-star-spangled-banner Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www...
Nov 19, 2020•3 min•Season 6Ep. 397
Almost everyone has at least a passing familiarity with Ulysses S. Grant, the military, and political figure — the general who helped win the Civil War for the Union and later became president of the United States. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/ulysses-s-grant/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://an...
Nov 17, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 396
So, if you’re planning on trekking to one of the famous Civil War battlefields across the country, which ones should be on the top of your list? Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/famous-civil-war-battlefields Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.fa...
Nov 10, 2020•6 min•Season 6Ep. 395
Have you visited Angel Island in San Francisco? Today we’ll explore the interesting history of this state park on an island and its storied past. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/angel-island/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/Ance...
Nov 05, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 394
Did you know that the entire New England area is rich in colonial history, much of it faithfully documented by local historians? Listen on as we search for genealogy treasure in colonial history. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/a-treasure-trove-of-colonial-history Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://a...
Nov 03, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 393
Genealogy research, especially family time spent working on research together, brings the past into the present and brings families together. And it preserves the past for future generations. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/bad-genealogy-habits/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.co...
Oct 27, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 392
Whether you’re doing serious genealogical research or just want to know, don’t forget to check with the older members of your family. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/talk-to-the-older-folks/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/Ances...
Oct 22, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 391
The history of the U.S. Navy is longer than the history of the United States. It’s even longer than the idea of the United States. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/navy-before-country/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFin...
Oct 20, 2020•3 min•Season 6Ep. 390
Welcome back to the Ancestral Findings Podcast! The 1920s were a transformative decade in American history. In some ways, this decade even changed the world. What were your ancestors doing a century ago? What was lifelike for them? Knowing more about the 1920s will let you know more about your ancestors during that unique time. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-were-your-ancestors-doing-in-the-1920s/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast W...
Oct 15, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 389
Are you considering a career in genealogy? If you have been doing genealogy for a while, you might have thought about it. It is an excellent and rewarding career for those who have a true passion for it. If this is you, here is what you need to know about building a profitable career in professional genealogy. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/interested-in-a-professional-genealogy-career/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways:...
Oct 13, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 388
Scottish naming patterns of the past few centuries can provide excellent clues as to the names of parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents of your Scottish ancestors. If you have a brick wall Scottish ancestor, their name or the names of their children can be an enlightening guide past the wall. Here is the most common Scottish naming pattern of ancient times, as well as common ancient Scottish nicknames and name spelling variations to look for in your genealogy work. Show Notes: https...
Oct 08, 2020•6 min•Season 6Ep. 387
Your female ancestors are notoriously difficult to find, because of name changes and being absorbed into her husband’s identity. This is particularly true of those ancestors who lived before 1850. There are numerous tips out there for finding them. Here are a couple more that you may not be aware of that can help you get to know these mysterious ancient female family members. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/more-tips-on-female-ancestors-finding-them-before-1850/ Click Here to listen to...
Oct 06, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 386
Genealogy conferences are largely going to be held online this year because of quarantine and lockdowns. This does not have to be a bad thing. In fact, attending a conference online may be more enjoyable than you imagined. Today I’ll talk about what you need to know about attending online genealogy conferences. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/quarantine-genealogy-how-to-attend-a-genealogical-conference-from-home/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com...
Oct 01, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 385
What is a grass widow? You may come across this unique term in your genealogy research. It is an old one and has different meanings in Europe and America. It was used in old newspaper records, as well as in official government records. Here are some interesting facts about grass widows. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/weird-genealogy-terms-what-is-a-grass-widow/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings...
Sep 29, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 384
Are you researching foreign-speaking ancestors? Whether they lived in America or you are researching them in their homeland, you may come across foreign language documents that you need assistance in understanding. Here are the four best ways to use them and get the information you need for your genealogy research. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/how-to-use-foreign-language-genealogy-sources/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Givea...
Sep 24, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 383
The history of covered bridges in North America and the United States is a fascinating one. The bridges that remain are quite beloved and mostly protected. Today, let’s learn more about the history of covered bridges in America. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-history-of-covered-bridges-in-america Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/e...
Sep 22, 2020•15 min•Season 6Ep. 382
The 1860 US federal census is the last one taken before the Civil War. It is slightly more descriptive than previous censuses but not as descriptive as post-Civil War ones. In today’s podcast episode, I’ll talk about some of the interesting findings of this unique census. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/a-look-at-the-1860-us-federal-census/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free Gene...
Sep 17, 2020•8 min•Season 6Ep. 381
The 1870 US federal census is a valuable tool for genealogists looking for their families in America just after the Civil War. It is a census of a few important firsts, as well as one of a controversy that still gets brought up among social scientists to this day. In today’s episode, we’ll dig deeper into the 1870 US federal census. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/an-in-depth-look-at-the-1870-us-federal-census/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/p...
Sep 15, 2020•8 min•Season 6Ep. 280
Most of us know of Corning Glass as the makers of PYREX and Corning Ware. However, Corning has a long, fascinating history of technological innovation. Learn more in today’s episode as we explore this long history of innovation. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/corning-glass-and-your-family/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard ...
Sep 11, 2020•8 min•Season 6Ep. 379
Did you know that alternative records exist to help you fill in the gaps left by the loss of most of the 1890 US federal census? There are several such sources. One of the most useful, but little use of these sources is the 1890 US Veterans Schedule. Here is what you need to know about it for your genealogy. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/using-the-1890-us-veterans-schedule/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://anc...
Sep 08, 2020•5 min•Season 6Ep. 378
There are tens of millions of people in America with Irish ancestry and even more around the world. Therefore, knowing about Irish traditions, such as wedding traditions, is important to genealogists with this ancestry. Here are some Irish wedding traditions you should know. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/irish-wedding-traditions/ Click Here to listen to the weekly podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Genealogy eBooks: ...
Sep 03, 2020•4 min•Season 6Ep. 377
