Behind the Lens

52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 6 - Favorite Photo Prompt: Asking a genealogist to pick their favorite photo is like asking a parent to pick their favorite kid. Don’t stress on picking your absolute favorite – just choose one and tell the story of the people and place in the photo. Don’t forget about… Continue reading Behind the Lens

Inmate No. 33501

I published the following post in February 2021. I’m reposting today in honor of National Moonshine Day. 🌽🥃 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 7 - Unusual Source Prompt: Not all of our genealogy discoveries come in the "regular" sources like vital records and the census. What is a discovery that you've made using an… Continue reading Inmate No. 33501

Inmate No. 33501

52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 7 - Unusual Source Prompt: Not all of our genealogy discoveries come in the "regular" sources like vital records and the census. What is a discovery that you've made using an unusual source?  Mug Shot of Samuel Perry Curry - June 1929 - Leavenworth, Kansas One of the most… Continue reading Inmate No. 33501