The story of a fugitive slave turned Civil War veteran whose bravery helped me break through a more than 100 year old genealogical brick wall.
Finding John Lee: Part Four – 100 Miles and Running Read More »
Sometimes what we’re looking for is in plain sight, but we need a small lead to recognize it. In this third installment, traditional and nouveau forms of genealogy research converge to form a family narrative. Featured Image Source: Library of Congress
Finding John Lee: Part Three – Right Under Your Nose Read More »
In this second post in a series, learn about how DNA broke down a major genealogical brick for two families.
Finding John Lee: Part Two – Show Me the Centimorgans! Read More »
He lived, he procreated, he died, and there were very little signs of him except for those in my DNA. After 17 years, his story is now coming to life.
Finding John Lee: Part One – Scattered Pieces Read More »
