When a Revolutionary War veteran died, the heirs were eligible to claim the pension’s last payment. In order to do so, they generally had to provide support of the veteran’s date of death and their connection to him. This could come from statements from the local probate court, civil registration, and more. Because the finalContinueContinue reading “New resource goes online: Fold3 has begun digitizing the final pension payment vouchers”
Category Archives: Lineage Society
I need vital records from Connecticut for a lineage society application. How do I start?
“How do I order the vital records for my application?” is one of the most commonly asked questions in lineage society research. Here’s what you need to know for Connecticut records: Connecticut doesn’t have counties. Records created before 1 Jul 1897 are only accessible on the town level (although microfilm duplicates have been made andContinueContinue reading “I need vital records from Connecticut for a lineage society application. How do I start?”
Can I use a county history for a lineage society application?
We’ve all seen them in our research – the beautifully compiled 19th century family history that includes profiles of prominent people in the community. They list our ancestor’s parents, grandparents, and more. Can we use them as a source for a lineage society application? Not alone. There are a few questions we need to askContinueContinue reading “Can I use a county history for a lineage society application?”
The Oliver Cromwell – A Connecticut Revolutionary War Source of Service
When we talk about someone having “military” and “patriotic” service in the American Revolution, we generally mean that the individual provided support for the American cause by supporting the American Army. But that wasn’t the only option. Shoreline communities, such as Saybrook in Connecticut Colony, supported the cause by building ships. The Oliver Cromwell wasContinueContinue reading “The Oliver Cromwell – A Connecticut Revolutionary War Source of Service”
Ever dreamed of finding a secret stash of your family’s papers?
If your ancestor was a member of a lineage society, that dream may be more real than you’ve imagined. While it’s not the case for every society, many store the applications and supporting documents of members – sometimes back to the society’s founding. Those older documents can be a true goldmine, containing family records thatContinueContinue reading “Ever dreamed of finding a secret stash of your family’s papers?”
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