It’s often forgotten today, but in 1775 and 1776, most American colonists didn’t start out with the goal of gaining independence. They wanted concessions from Britain about how the colonies were run. When they didn’t get them, many moved towards declaring independence. For others, it was just too far. “Loyalist” is a term used toContinueContinue reading “Was my Connecticut ancestor a Loyalist?”
Category Archives: Lineage Society
My ancestor has been red lined because of the “Last Act” policy. How do I get their status updated?
The Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution have a policy often referred to as the “Last Act” policy. In brief summary, that policy says that your ancestor’s ability to be considered “qualifying” for either DAR or SAR is based on their documented last act – and that to qualify,ContinueContinue reading “My ancestor has been red lined because of the “Last Act” policy. How do I get their status updated?”
My siblings and I all want to join lineage societies. Are there ways to save time and money?
The lineage society application process can feel overwhelming. However, if you have siblings joining together, there are ways to save time and money. If you’re joining the same society, at the same time, ask about family plans. Some societies offer discounted application fees for multiple family members submit together. If you’re joining the same localContinueContinue reading “My siblings and I all want to join lineage societies. Are there ways to save time and money?”
Are there times when a professional genealogist won’t be able to help with my lineage society application?
You’re applying to the Colonial Dames, the Sons of the American Revolution, the Daughters of the American Revolution or another lineage society… You’d like to hire a professional genealogist to help with the application – but you’re a little worried. Will they always be able to help? If that’s your concern, there are a fewContinueContinue reading “Are there times when a professional genealogist won’t be able to help with my lineage society application?”
Grandma belonged to the Colonial Dames?
Yes, the fact that Grandma belonged the Colonial Dames may allow you to be considered a legacy candidate when you do your own membership – provided you’re applying to the same Colonial Dames. This issue comes up far more frequently than one would expect. There are three societies who are sometimes referred to as theContinueContinue reading “Grandma belonged to the Colonial Dames?”
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