If you’ve been invited to be considered for lineage society membership, it can be tempting to jump in feet first – but that’s not always a good idea. You may want to take some time to learn your family history and/or identify likely lines before proceeding. Here’s why. Some societies, such as the Society ofContinueContinue reading “Do I need to have an identified ancestor before joining a society?”
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What’s the etiquette for joining an invitation only lineage society?
While some lineage societies welcome applications from any interested individual who meets their requirements, many require that an invitation be extended before they will consider an individual for membership. How do you proceed if you’d like to be considered? First, be aware that there is a process for consideration and not everyone is accepted. PatienceContinueContinue reading “What’s the etiquette for joining an invitation only lineage society?”
Was your ancestor an officer? More resources for researching the American Revolution in France.
If your ancestor was an officer, consider reviewing the site of the Society of the Cincinnati in France. With officer biographies, histories of the Revolution and more, the Society’s website can be an aid to your research. And who knows – if you’re a male descendant from a French officer, you may even be eligibleContinueContinue reading “Was your ancestor an officer? More resources for researching the American Revolution in France.”
Researching Revolutionary Service in France
The American Revolution wasn’t just fought in the boundaries of the modern United States. It was truly fought around the world. The Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution recognize that fact by allowing membership based on ancestor’s support of the American cause, no matter where they were located. That includes France. How did FranceContinueContinue reading “Researching Revolutionary Service in France”
Common Mayflower Society Questions: Can I access old applications to see what’s on file already?
Lineage society applications sometimes contain research goldmines. There’s the attestation from someone that died decades ago or the Bible family record that’s gone missing. The old Mayflower Society applications are no different. But how do you access them? FamilySearch and the New England Historic Genealogical Society have announced a partnership to digitize General Society ofContinueContinue reading “Common Mayflower Society Questions: Can I access old applications to see what’s on file already?”
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