Ancestral Findings - Genealogy Podcast

California has a rich history of human civilization going back thousands of years, and some of its folklore originates almost back to the first people to live in the area. There are also European pioneers, gold rush prospectors, Hollywood movie stars and moguls, and more to add to the legends of the 31st state. Here are some of the highlights of the folklore of California… Podcast Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/american-folklore-california/

Are genealogy New Year’s resolutions on your radar? If not, they should be, and here is why. They can help you keep your genealogy on track when it is so easy to get lost in it. While your resolutions are up to you, here are some popular ones to give you some ideas about it. Podcast Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/new-years-resolutions-for-genealogy/

Do you have a theme in mind for your genealogy research this year? What is a theme for genealogy research, anyway? Here is what you need to know about themes for genealogy research, and why they are important to set each new year. This is also how goals are different, and the role they play in your genealogy theme. Podcast Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-is-your-2020-genealogy-vision/

Louisa Johnson Adams was the wife of John Quincy Adams, the 6th president of the United States. Born in England, she was the only First Lady to be born on foreign soil until Melania Trump. With her membership in a prominent New England and American political family that included two presidents and two First Ladies, Louisa’s tale is an interesting one of love, honor, sacrifice, and duty… Podcast Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/americas-first-ladies-louisa-johnson-adams/

The 1900 US federal census is one of the most beloved and richly detailed of any of the US census records. It provides a treasure trove of valuable information that you can use to fill in some important blanks on your family tree. Here is what you need to know about this census. Podcast Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-1900-us-federal-census-a-closer-look-2/

Arizona was the last continental state to be admitted to the union, though its history of human habitation goes back thousands of years. From Native Americans to Spanish priests, from the Old West to modern times, it has unique folklore all its own. Here are some highlights of the folklore of Arizona. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/american-folklore-arizona/

The 1790 US federal census was the first one taken by the United States. It was a brand new country at the time, and this census, though brief and simple, shows what the population of the nation looked like right after its formation. It is a unique and valuable genealogical research resource. Here are the highlights of it… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/a-closer-look-at-the-1790-us-federal-census 

Elizabeth Kortright Monroe was our nation’s fifth First Lady. Not as much is known about her as previous First Ladies, but she was a more private person. She still has an interesting story that is well worth knowing. Here it is…. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/americas-first-ladies-elizabeth-kortright-monroe/

The 1800 US federal census was the second of its kind taken in the brand new United States. John Adams was US President at the time and was only our second one. The Louisiana Purchase hadn’t even been made yet, and the West had not been explored. Here is what the 1800 US federal census can tell you about your ancestors… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/a-closer-look-at-the-1800-us-federal-census 

Arkansas has been the home of humans for thousands of years, beginning with Native Americans, then changing hands between the Spanish and French, before becoming part of the USA with the Louisiana Purchase. It has a treasure trove of its own, intriguing folklore that has accumulated in the area over the centuries. Here are some of the highlights of it… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-folklore-of-america-arkansas/ 

The 1810 US federal census is a valuable genealogical document. While it is simpler and more basic than later censuses, it is still a useful and important research tool for those conducting research in American genealogy. It captures a unique moment in American history. Here is what you need to know about the 1810 US federal census… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/a-closer-look-at-the-1810-us-federal-census/

Dolley Madison was the 4th First Lady of the United States. The wife of James Madison, she is famous for saving the portrait of George Washington from the White House during the War of 1812. However, there is so much more to her story than that. Here’s what you need to know about Dolley Payne Todd Madison… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/americas-first-ladies-dolley-madison/

The 1820 US federal census is the last one to not use pre-printed forms. Because enumerators often drew their own columns, it can sometimes be challenging to interpret the results of this census. However, the effort is worth it for genealogists. Here is what you need to know about the 1820 US federal census… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-1820-us-federal-census-a-closer-look/

Alaska has some unique folklore associated with it. Being the largest US state, and the one with the most uninhabited land, Alaska is the perfect place for mysterious things to happen. It also has a rich oral history of Inuit legends. Here are some of the most intriguing pieces of Alaskan folklore… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-folklore-of-america-alaska

The 1830 US federal census is a unique snapshot in time, showing us what the country and our relatives looked like at that one moment in time. Despite not recording the names of every family member—only heads of households—it still provides some truly valuable genealogical information. Here’s what you should know about the 1830 US federal census… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/a-closer-look-at-the-1830-us-federal-census/