How to Use Social History in Genealogy
Use these tips and records to study the social history that informed your ancestor's daily life and decisions, such as the economy, disease, and weather.
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Vacation, All She Ever Wanted: Women’s Travel Diaries
Relive past adventures of some fearless females! Duke University has a gorgeous digital collection of historic women's travel diaries available online.
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German Christmas Traditions to Celebrate the Season
These authentically German Christmas traditions are a great way to celebrate the season as well as your family's German heritage.
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Touchdown! A “Genealogy” Timeline of NFL Teams
This handy football history timeline tells you the genealogy of today’s NFL teams, their “parent” teams, and the years they were established.
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Historical Research Maps: French Départements
Learn about your ancestors who strived for liberté, fraternité and égalité with this map of the French during and after the French Revolution.
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Family History by the Numbers: Summer Vacation Premium
From beach getaways to frozen treats, celebrate the season! Enjoy these 9 number-based facts relating to the history of summer vacation.
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Free 10 Essential Genealogy Research Forms
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Why Is July an Unlucky Month for Weddings? (And Other Wedding Traditions) Premium
Weddings are highly superstitious events. But have you ever heard that it’s bad luck to get married in July? Learn why and the history of other wedding traditions.
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A Timeline of The Moon
2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing. Learn some out-of-this-world lunar facts with this historical timeline of the Moon.
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A Timeline of Our Ancestors’ Cutlery Premium
How did our ancestors go from eating with their hands to using knife, fork and spoon? Discover the surprisingly fascinating development of cutlery.
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The Difference Between Armed Forces Day, Veterans Day and Memorial Day
What is the difference between Armed Forces Day, Veterans Day and Memorial Day? Learn the subtleties that make each of these observances unique.
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When Did the Gregorian Calendar Start in Each Country? Premium
Most modern countries use the Gregorian calendar, but it wasn't always that way. Here's when each country adopted it, and why it matters for researchers.
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Accuracy (and Inaccuracy) in Mary Queen of Scots Movie Premium
Just who was Mary Queen of Scots and how accurate is the movie? Take a closer look with us, both on screen and in the history books.
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