A lineage society – also called a hereditary society – determines its membership by descent from an ancestor who participated in certain activities. Typically, societies are only open to one gender. There are many societies who accept descendants of colonial American ancestors. This list is only a sample. Women’s Societies: Colonial Dames of America: “FoundedContinueContinue reading “I have ancestors who settled in colonial America. What lineage societies can I join?”
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Lineage Society Application FAQs: Can I access the documentation submitted with an ancestor’s application?
Having access to the documentation an ancestor submitted with their lineage society application can be helpful in preparing and submitting your application. Sometimes they had access to records that can no longer be located, such as a family Bible. Other times, they may have tracked down something extremely difficult to find. How do you accessContinueContinue reading “Lineage Society Application FAQs: Can I access the documentation submitted with an ancestor’s application?”
Why not just use the death certificates for the “first three” in a lineage society application?
Before we go any further, what do we mean by “first three”? “First three” or “first three generations” is a term used by many lineage societies discuss the generations of the applicant, the applicant’s”s parents, and the applicant’s grandparents in the same line as the ancestor. Application guidelines are typically more specific for these generations,ContinueContinue reading “Why not just use the death certificates for the “first three” in a lineage society application?”
Five Tips to Make Researching Your Lineage Society Application Easier
You’ve done the basic inquiries; if necessary, received the invitation; and are starting on your application to the Sons of the Revolution, the Mayflower Society, or another lineage society. The process can be long and complex. Is there anything you can do make the process easier? If you haven’t already, find out what the societyContinueContinue reading “Five Tips to Make Researching Your Lineage Society Application Easier”
Five Tips for Making Your Lineage Society Application Easier
Whether you’re applying in the National Society Colonial Dames of America, the Daughters of the American Revolution, or another lineage society, the membership application process can easily start to feel a bit overwhelming. These tips can help you save time, money, and stress. Get to know the society. Just because you can join a societyContinueContinue reading “Five Tips for Making Your Lineage Society Application Easier”
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