Last week was the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Among the amazing women in World War II was a reporter...
Military Articles
Gripping Firsthand Account of Pearl Harbor: Honoring WWII Ancestors
The bombing of Pearl Harbor unfolds from the horrified notes in deck logs of ships in this short video narrative....
New and Updated Genealogical Collections of Military Records From Around the World
Throughout time, there have been military veterans all around the world. Military records created during their time of...
Premium Podcast Episode 139: Chris Cleave, WWII and More
Genealogy Gems Premium Podcast episode 139 features best-selling novelist Chris Cleave, WWII newspaper tips, new...
5 Stunning WWII Photos of the London Blitz: Everyone Brave is Forgiven
Check out these compelling WWII photos! These remind me of the vivid scenes in the best-selling novel Everyone Brave...
The Faces of U.S. Military Veterans through the Centuries
When I'm not at the podcast microphone, you can usually find me on a plane. And on one of those recent flights I had...
Research WWII Ancestors in Action, At Home, Under Fire
Research WWII ancestors with these three tips. The experiences of our ancestors during World War II add a rich texture...
3 Tips for Finding WWI Ancestors and Their Stories
How did World War I affect your family's lives? Start your search with these 3 tips for finding WWI ancestors. Our...
Military Bounty Land: Can You Claim Your Ancestor’s Share?
Can a descendant claim an ancestor's unused military bounty land award? Judy Russell, the Legal Genealogist, takes on...