For many people, the search for family history is more than just a hobby: It’s a way to connect to their past and preserve important stories for future generations. In Charleston, South Carolina, the International African American Museum’s (IAAM) Center for Family History (CFH) offers a unique opportunity for Lowcountry residents and visitors across the United States to trace their ancestry, uncover untold stories, and preserve their family legacies. Admission to the Center For Family History is included with timed ticketed reservations for the museum. What stands out at IAAM’s CFH is it offers free digital resources onfamily genealogy and many more databases that are also more African-American-centric.

Whether you’re interested in learning about your African American heritage or exploring your family’s broader roots, IAAM’s Center for Family History is here to help. Its extensiveresources, expert staff guidance, and welcoming environment make it a perfect place for anyone interested in genealogy to begin—or continue—their journey of discovery.

A Resource for All Ages

Genealogy is for everyone, regardless of age, background or experience. The Center for Family History not only welcomes older adults who are eager to learn more about their ancestors but also provides valuable resources and programs for younger generations who are interested in family history. In fact, learning about genealogy can be a meaningful family activity, allowing parents, grandparents and children to explore their collective past together.

For many people, the search for family history is more than just a hobby: It’s a way to connect to their past and preserve important stories for future generations. In Charleston, South Carolina, the International African American Museum’s (IAAM) Center for Family History (CFH) offers a unique opportunity for Lowcountry residents and visitors across the United States to trace their ancestry, uncover untold stories, and preserve their family legacies. Admission to the Center For Family History is included with timed ticketed reservations for the museum. What stands out at IAAM’s CFH is it offers free digital resources onfamily genealogy and many more databases that are also more African-American-centric.

Whether you’re interested in learning about your African American heritage or exploring your family’s broader roots, IAAM’s Center for Family History is here to help. Its extensiveresources, expert staff guidance, and welcoming environment make it a perfect place for anyone interested in genealogy to begin—or continue—their journey of discovery.

A Resource for All Ages

Genealogy is for everyone, regardless of age, background or experience. The Center for Family History not only welcomes older adults who are eager to learn more about their ancestors but also provides valuable resources and programs for younger generations who are interested in family history. In fact, learning about genealogy can be a meaningful family activity, allowing parents, grandparents and children to explore their collective past together.

For those aged 55+ in the Lowcountry, this is a fantastic opportunity to engage in a new hobby, connect with your history and preserve family stories. Whether you’re interested in researching your ancestry, learning new research techniques or capturing the voices of the oldest members of your family, the Center for Family History has something for you.

A Place for Everyone: Research
Your Genealogy
One of the most powerful ways to understand where you come from is by learning about your ancestors. At the Center for Family History, people from all backgrounds can dive into their personal history, whether they have just begun their genealogy search or are looking to uncover more details about their family tree. The museum’s team of genealogy experts is dedicated to helping you navigate various resources to trace your lineage and uncover valuable family stories.

CFH provides access to a wide variety of genealogical resources, including records, databases, historical documents, reference books and expert consultations. From the African American experience to broader genealogical research, these resources are designed to help you uncover your family’s past and learn about the diverse stories that shaped your heritage.

For those new to genealogy, CFH’s research guides and online resources can help you begin the research journey. The team is always ready to assist with specific research questions, offering personalized guidance on how to find the right records and how to use them effectively. Whether you are researching your great-great-grandparents or tracing a more distant ancestor, CFH provides the tools and expertise you need to make meaningful discoveries.

Genealogy Classes: Learning Every Week

If you’re interested in learning more about genealogy or enhancing your research skills, the Center for Family History offers genealogy classes every Tuesday to Friday at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. These classes are a fantastic way to get a deeper

understanding of how to conduct research, navigate archives, and utilize various genealogical tools.

During these sessions, IAAM’s CFH staff provides step-by-step instructions on the best practices for researching your ancestry, as well as tips for utilizing online databases, government records and historical archives. Whether you’re just starting out or already deep into your family history search, these classes are designed to meet you at your level of experience.

These genealogy classes are hands-on and interactive, allowing attendees to learn directly from CFH’s knowledgeable staff. By the end of the session, you’ll have a better understanding of how to structure your research and how to overcome common challenges in genealogy research. Most importantly, you’ll leave with a sense of accomplishment and the tools you need to continue your journey of discovering your roots.

IAAM Membership Opportunities: Be Part of the Museum’s Journey
Becoming a member of the International African American Museum offers a wealth of benefits, including free admission, exclusive event invitations and special access to programs like the Center for Family History. Members play a crucial role in supporting the museum’s educational initiatives and preservation efforts, andmemberships provide a great way to stay involved with the museum’s work while also gaining unique experiences.

Memberships are available in several tiers, allowing individuals to choose the level that best suits their interests and involvement. From early access to

special events to discounted rates on programs, membership provides a direct connection to the museum’s mission of celebrating both African American and African Diaspora histories and cultures. Members also have priority access to special exhibits, lectures and curated events, making it a perfect way to stay connected to the museum and its ongoing work.

To learn more about the benefits and to sign up, visit the museum’s membership page at iaamuseum.org/membership/. Become part of a community that is dedicated to preserving the stories of African Americans and supporting the next generation of history enthusiasts.

IAAM Volunteer Opportunities: Give Back to the Community
If you’re passionate about history and community engagement, consider volunteering at the International African American Museum. Volunteers play an important role in supporting the museum’s programs and initiatives, helping to make history accessible to all visitors.

As a volunteer, you may assist with genealogical research, support educational events or help facilitate various museum programs. The volunteer program is open to individuals who want to give back to the community while gaining valuable experience in the museum and cultural sector. Whether you’re passionate about preserving history, helping others discover their ancestry or simply enjoying the museum’s rich offerings, volunteering is a rewarding way to contribute.

Volunteers play a crucial role in bringing the museum’s mission to life, and their contributions help make the Center for Family History and the broader museum experience even more meaningful for visitors.

Get Started With Your Genealogy Search Today

Whether you are just starting your journey into genealogy or are looking to take your research to the next level, IAAM’s Center for Family History is here to help. CFH offers a wealth of resources, classes and programs to assist you on your journey of discovering your personal history.

Don’t miss out on the chance to explore your ancestry, attend a class or even preserve the life stories of your loved ones. Visit the Center for Family History today and begin your journey into the past. Your story is waiting to be told.

For more information, visit iaamuseum.org/ center-for-family-history/ or email cfh@iaamuseum.org for details about available resources and programs.

The following is a press release written by the employees at the Museum of Digital Influence.

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 -- Introducing The Museum of Digital Influence: A Groundbreaking Online Archive of the Digital Revolution

Do you remember how it all began?

When we wrote anonymous blog posts on LiveJournal, customized MySpace profiles, and tagged friends in early Facebook photo albums. Influence was once measured in comments and community engagement, long before brand collaborations and algorithmic reach entered the picture.

Today, digital influence is an established part of online culture, shaped over decades through emerging platforms, creators, and technological change. This ongoing transformation now has a dedicated space for reflection and research.

The Museum of Digital Influence is a newly launched, non-commercial online archive that documents the evolution of digital influence across nine chronological epochs — from early internet forums and blogs to modern platforms such as TikTok.

The museum includes nearly 100 curated digital artifacts — selected examples of platforms, posts, videos, and campaigns — that illustrate major trends, shifts, and cultural moments in the development of digital influence. Each epoch presents a contextual narrative about how online communication and personal media presence have changed over time.

Unlike physical museums, The Museum of Digital Influence is entirely online and freely accessible. It is intended as a public resource for those interested in the history and mechanics of digital communication, including marketers, researchers, creators, educators, and digital culture observers.

Through a mix of interactive and archival elements, the museum provides context for understanding how digital platforms have shaped social behaviors, marketing practices, and the role of individual voices online.

The project is organized into nine thematic periods, each marking a different stage in the evolution of influence. These range from early blogging communities and the emergence of social networking sites, to the widespread adoption of mobile video and the rise of influencer-driven content economies.

The narrative explores how each stage contributed to changing perceptions of identity, attention, and communication in digital environments.

As the digital landscape continues to shift, the museum will be updated annually to include new artifacts and developments. The intention is to maintain an evolving resource that reflects long-term trends, rather than moment-to-moment updates.

The Museum of Digital Influence is now available online

. Visitors are invited to explore its exhibits, examine key moments in digital culture, and consider how influence has changed — and continues to change — the ways people connect, express, and communicate.

Viktor Ryzhov
Zorka.Agency
info@zorka.agency

Matthew Nilo stands during an appearance at Suffolk Superior Court, Thursday, July 13, 2023, in Boston. Nilo, a New Jersey lawyer already charged in connection with a series of sexual assaults in Boston's Charlestown neighborhood about 15 years ago, pleaded not guilty on Thursday to new charges stemming from a different series of sexual assaults in another area of the city that occurred at roughly the same time.

Prosecutors say they are still making their way through more than 45,000 communications between Boston Police investigators about the investigation into Matthew Nilo, a New Jersey lawyer accused of assaulting eight women in Boston more than a decade ago. 

In a brief court filing asking to continue a hearing in Nilo’s case, Assistant District Attorney Lynn Feigenbaum said the 45,000 communications received by prosecutors since Nilo’s last court date total 500,000 pages. So far, they have turned over 1,200 documents to attorneys for Nilo, totaling 9,000 pages.

Douglas Rubin, a 20-year-old student at the State University of New York at Albany, vanished without a trace on February 23, 1979. After over four decades, his sister Maddy's hope is renewed thanks to genetic genealogy. 

Rubin was last seen in Nassau County, leaving late one night reportedly in a state of distress, according to his mother. He never returned and has not been heard from since.

Rubin's vehicle was discovered in the middle of the night abandoned on the Throgs Neck Bridge, with his wallet and eyeglasses left inside. According to Maddy, a driver reported seeing a person get out of the car and move towards the bridge, but did not see them jump.

Despite an extensive search by divers, no trace of Rubin was found in the waters below. The case of Douglas Rubin remains unsolved, leaving his family and authorities without answers for over four decades.

If you have any information about Douglas' disappearance reach out to Detective Kerri-Ann Hoovert at the Nassau County Police Department at (516) 573-8800.

The journey for the first woman to be nominated by a president and confirmed by the Senate to become the archivist of the United States started during her childhood summer vacations with her family.

In an exclusive interview with WTOP, Colleen Shogan, who was let go by Donald Trump’s administration, spoke of her father.

“My father would take us to amusement parks and we would also go to a history location like Gettysburg,” Shogan said. “My dad really liked history, he was not in the history field, he was a draftsman.”

Shogan attended Boston College and received her doctorate in American politics from Yale University. After taking a break from teaching at George Mason University, Shogan went to work for then Sen. Joe Lieberman, D-CT.

Shogan thought public service would be temporary, with the belief that she would permanently return to teaching.

The path to the National Archives, career-wise, stopped at the Library of Congress, the Congressional Research Service and The White House Historical Society.

Former President Joe Biden on Aug. 13, 2022, placed Shogan in the history books by nominating her to be the 11th archivist of the United States — and the first woman to hold that position.

Shogan told WTOP that her father was incredibly proud.

“I had to explain it to him several times because the title is a mouthful,” said Shogan. “The job is to run the National Archives and Records Administration.”

A little over nine months later, Shogan was administered the oath by Chief Justice John Roberts, with former first lady Jill Biden giving remarks.

During her speech, Shogan said she visited the Declaration of Independence at least once every day she was at the Archives.

Not long after President Donald Trump relieved Shogan of her duties in February, she had a new job but the same mission as a senior adviser for the nonpartisan More Perfect campaign.

“An organization dedicated to enhancing and strengthening our nation’s democracy,” said Shogan. “It’s similar to what I was doing before so that we can bring our nation’s history to young people and Americans all across the country.”

Quite often, women asked for career advice from Shogan, especially from those wanting to go into public service.

“You better have tough skin,” Shogan said with a smile. “I believe women are criticized for their leadership more than men.”

Shogan admits some critical viewpoints may be valid, but not all.

“Some are just to make you feel bad about yourself or to get you to stop what you’re doing,” Shogan said.

The key, according to Shogan, is to know which criticism to listen to and which to brush aside.

Along with teaching one course a year at Georgetown University as an adjunct professor, Shogan is the author of a series of D.C.-based murder mystery books, like “A Stabbing in the Senate.”

Kansas police have finally identified the remains of a teenager who went missing 52 years ago.

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation announced on Tuesday that it used DNAtechnology to determine that remains discovered in 1973 belonged to 16-year-old Jimmy Dollison.

The teenager had been living in Kansas City when he went missing in the autumn of 1972. His family reported his disappearance but never learned what happened to him.

In April 1973, authorities found Dollison’s unidentified remains three miles southeast of Garnett, Kansas. He was wearing a brown corduroy jacket, a green long-sleeve buttoned shirt, jeans, a black leather belt with a large black buckle, brown hiking boots and a navy blue stocking cap.

He was also wearing two gold rings with crosses, a ring with the number 78 and a silver chain with a large cross.

The coroner ruled his manner of death a homicide due to signs of trauma.

Two decades ago, officials determined the remains belonged to a man with brown hair and a slender build. Police made many attempts throughout the decades to figure out who the remains belonged to, but were not successful.

In 2024, investigators extracted DNA from the remains for forensic genetic genealogy testing. The testing was conducted by Othram, a company specializing in genealogy to help solve murders. To find a match, the company needed to identify any living relatives of the unidentified person.

Dollison’s siblings were identified through testing. Police contacted them for interviews and to obtain DNA samples for comparison. Officials later confirmed the remains belonged to the 16-year-old.

An investigation into the teen’s death continues. Officials are asking anyone with information to call 1-800-KS-CRIME.

For 11 seasons, Henry Louis Gates Jr. has sat across from his guests on the popular PBS series “Finding Your Roots” and led them through secrets in their family tree. On Tuesday, it's his turn.

The Harvard scholar learns a long-buried puzzle about his great-great grandmother, Jane Gates, information which scrambles his ancestry and opens up a new branch that goes back to Ireland.

“I was moved to tears,” Gates tells The Associated Press ahead of the airing. “I used to pass her grave at the Gates' plot in Rose Hill Cemetery and I would say, ‘Grandma, I’m going to out you. I’m going to tell the world your secret.’”

“Finding Your Roots” is PBS’s most-watched program on linear TV and the most-streamed non-drama program. Season 10 reached nearly 18 million people across linear and digital platforms and also received its first Emmy nomination.

“The two subliminal messages of ’Finding Your Roots,' which are needed more urgently today than ever, is that what has made America great is that we’re a nation of immigrants," says Gates. “And secondly, at the level of the genome, despite our apparent physical differences, we’re 99.99% the same.”

Season 11 secrets

Season 11 has featured Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell, Melanie Lynskey, chef Jose Andres, Sharon Stone and Amanda Seyfried, who learned why her paternal third-great-grandfather was murdered.

Gates shares the last episode with Laurence Fishburne, who learns the identity of his biological father. It turns out both men adored jazz, which delighted Dyllan McGee, who helped create and produce “Finding Your Roots.”

“It underscored how family connections can shape us, even unknowingly, and made me wonder if reconnecting with our past somehow affirms the significance of our own stories by showing us how much each individual on our tree shapes us even when we don’t know it,” she says.

How it started

The series started in 2006 under the title “African American Lives,” conceived by Gates in the middle of the night in his bathroom. He invited prominent Black celebrities and traced their family trees into slavery. When the paper trail ran out, they would use DNA to see which ethnic group they were from in Africa.

Challenged by a viewer to open the show to non-Black celebrities, Gates agreed and the series was renamed “Faces of America,” which had to be changed again after the name was taken. Along the way, Gates had a crash course in DNA.

“For a guy with a PhD in English literature, I think I can do pretty well on the AP genetics exam,” he says, before proving it with a thorough explanation of autosomal DNA.

Over the years, the show has delivered fascinating results, like when Natalie Morales discovered she’s related to one of the legendary pirates of the Caribbean and when former “Saturday Night Live” star Andy Samberg found his biological grandmother and grandfather. It revealed that RuPaul and U.S. Sen. Cory Booker are cousins, as are Meryl Streep and Eva Longoria.

Guests have included former U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, designer Diane von Furstenberg and “Game of Thrones” author George R. R. Martin.

“I always tell my guests that you’re not responsible for the crazy things your ancestors did. I don’t care what they did. Guilt is not inheritable,” Gates says. “You have to understand how the people functioned in the past without judging them.”

A kernel of truth

He and his team — particularly genetic genealogist CeCe Moore — have found that traditional family stories passed down through the generations are often filled with a few lies, often to cover up bad behavior.

“I call it where there’s smoke, there’s fire. The stories are never accurate, but they’re often close,” says Gates. “There is a kernel of truth there.”

It took researchers four years to resolve the mystery of who was Gates' great-great grandfather, the man who impregnated Jane Gates. The story she told about her children's father turned out to be not correct.

The researchers show him an 1888 obituary for her and a 1839 ad for her sale. Gates comments that he’s seen a thousand bill of sales like it, but this hit differently. At the end, he looks again at a photo of Jane Gates. “I see a lot of pain in those eyes and now I know why.”

“Something changed for him that day," says McGee. "I remember him calling me after the reveal saying, 'That was the best day of my life!' It was such a treat for the entire team to be able to give him the gift of a missing link in his family history that he has given hundreds of our guests.”

Gates is a huge advocate that everyone should have their family tree traced and pushes back against the idea that digging up the past is divisive.

“I believe that knowing about our ancestors is fundamental to knowing about ourselves,” he says. “The only way to deal with the past is to know about the past.”

The following is a press release written by folks at the Board for Certification of Genealogists®:

FREE BCG-SPONSORED WEBINAR
“A Matrimonial Advertiser:” Tracing the Treacherous Trail of an Early 20th-Century Romance Scammer
by Sharon Hoyt, CG
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 8:00 p.m. (EDT)

Research on a man's mysterious second marriage identified his wife as a romance scammer who preyed on Civil War veterans. This case study shows how evidence correlation and reasonably exhaustive research cut through the lies and misdirection in a woman's records to establish her identity and reveal her sometimes deadly deception.

Sharon Hoyt, CG is a researcher, speaker, and author from California’s Silicon Valley. Her primary research areas include New England, New York, the Midwest, Canada, and England. She is happiest when on the trail of a family story, particularly when it involves the Civil War. Sharon’s research has been published in the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, The New York Genealogical and Biographical Record, and Minnesota Genealogist. She is the winner of the National Genealogical Society’s 2017 Family History Writing Contest and the Minnesota Historical Society’s 2016 Michael Clark Family History Writing Award. She holds a master’s degree in Library and Information Science.

BCG’s next free monthly webinar in conjunction with Legacy Family Tree Webinars is “A Matrimonial Advertiser:” Tracing the Treacherous Trail of an Early 20th-Century Romance Scammer by Sharon Hoyt, CG. This webinar airs Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. EDT.  

When you register before April 15 with our partner Legacy Family Tree Webinars (http://legacy.familytreewebinars.com/?aid=9366), you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Anyone with schedule conflicts may access the webinar at no charge for one week after the broadcast on the Legacy Family Tree Webinars website.

“BCG promotes continuing education as essential for competent family history research,” said President David Ouimette, CG, CGL. “We appreciate this opportunity to provide webinars focused on standards that help genealogists and family historians build their knowledge and skills and hone their craft.”

Following the free period for this webinar, BCG receives a small commission if you view this or any BCG webinar by clicking our affiliate link (http://legacy.familytreewebinars.com/?aid=6803).

To see the full list of BCG-sponsored webinars for 2025, visit the BCG blog SpringBoard (https://bcgcertification.org/free-bcg-sponsored-2025-webinars). For additional resources for genealogical education, please visit the BCG Learning Center (https://bcgcertification.org/learning).

The following is a press release written by the employees of  TheGenealogist:

New Release of Digitised Volumes Offers Rich Context for Family History Researchers

TheGenealogist is excited to announce the release of a major new collection of fully searchable historical books. This diverse collection encompasses nearly 200,000 names from rare publications, providing family historians and genealogical researchers with an invaluable resource to delve beyond basic records. With these new volumes, users can uncover not just names and dates, but the rich social and occupational contextthat brings ancestors’ stories to life.

A page from Leading Insurance Men of the British Empire

The newly added titles span three centuries and a broad range of subjects, from professional directories and club yearbooks to literary works and social commentaries. Each book has been digitised and is searchable by name, allowing researchers to find ancestors across different walks of life. Notable titles in the collection include:

• The Incorporated Accountants' Year Book 1936

• Leading Insurance Men of the British Empire

• Who’s Who 1897, 1923 & 1928

• Universal Directory of Railway Officials 1929 & 1943–1944

• The Railway Diary and Officials' Directory 1920

• Auctioneers and Estate Agents Year Book 1929–1930

• Directory for Surveyors, Auctioneers & Land and Estate Agents 1929

• The Royal Aero Club of the UK Year Book 1924–1926

• Yorkshire County Cricket Club 1936 & 1940

• The Company of Clockmakers, Register of Apprentices 1631–1931

• The British Launderers' Year Book 1939–40

• The Watch and Clock Makers of Northumberland and Durham 1449–1801)

• A Handbook and Directory of Old Scottish Clockmakers 1540–1850

From Victorian-era social surveys to early 20th-century professional directories, these publications offer genealogists a chance to explore the world their ancestors inhabited. Family historians can trace an ancestor’s career in the railway industry, find a forebear listed among incorporated accountants or insurance professionals, read contemporary accounts of working-class life in mid-1800s London, and much more. All of this information is readily searchable by name, making it easier than ever to uncover connections that might previously have gone unnoticed.

“This release brings a wealth of social and occupational context to our users’ family trees, enabling researchers to uncover not just names and dates, but the real-life stories of their ancestors,” said Mark Bayley, Head of Content at TheGenealogist. “We’re empowering our subscribers to step into their ancestors’ daily lives – whether it’s identifying the factory where your great-grandfather worked or discovering that a relative was noted in Who’s Who over a century ago.”

The collection is already yielding fascinating finds. Among the notable figures unearthed in these books is William Henry Smith of WHSmith's high street fame, who was a Victorian entrepreneur and politician. Researchers can find Smith’s name and details within these newly digitised pages, connecting them to the story of the famous bookseller and newsagent. TheGenealogist has highlighted his story in an article on their website, illustrating the real-life detail this collection provides to enrich family narratives. Read the William Henry Smith story here. This is just one example of how these records allow users to go beyond basic facts, revealing personal achievements, occupations and the communities influential individuals were part of.

With the addition of these titles, TheGenealogist continues to expand the breadth of its resources. This launch follows the company’s tradition of bringing often overlooked or hard-to-access materials into the digital realm. By searching these books, subscribers can gain insights into historical events and industries that shaped their ancestors’ lives – from cricket club records offering sporting context, to clockmakers’ registries that might confirm an ancestor’s apprenticeship in the 1700s.

The new Historical Books Collection is available to search right now on TheGenealogist. Family history enthusiasts are invited to explore these records and see what stories await in the pages of these old books. To start discovering your ancestors in this unique collection, visitwww.TheGenealogist.co.uk and use the site’s advanced search tools to find names, keywords, and connections across the entire library of historical resources.

Don’t miss out! For a limited time, you can subscribe to TheGenealogist for just £97.95 - Save 30%

Not only will you get a 30% Discount, but you'll also receive a 12-Month Subscription to Discover Your Ancestors Online Magazine! 

Explore these new records and start your genealogical journey today with TheGenealogist by claiming this offer here: https://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/MGBMPR325

Offer expires 11th July 2025.

Books covered in this release are: The Incorporated Accountants' Year Book, 1936; The Lloyds of Birmingham 1907; A Flat Iron for a Farthing by J. H. Ewing (1873); The Village Blacksmith (Life of Samuel Hick); Leading Insurance Men of the British Empire; Memories of Land and Sky; Who's Who, 1897; Who's Who, 1923; Who's Who, 1928; (Moore's Almanack Improved) Wills's Farmer and Countryman Calendar 1821; Fire Over London, 1940-41; Universal Directory of Railway Officials 1943-1944; Great Western Railway Engines; Prevention of Accidents to Staff Engaged in Railway Operations; Railway Accidents 1st July to 31st December 1856; National Union of Railwaymen, Report and Financial Statements for 1913; The Railway Diary and Officials' Directory, 1920; The Universal Directory of Railway Officials, 1929; Auctioneers And Estate Agents Year Book 1929-1930; Directory for Surveyors, Auctioneers & Land and Estate Agents, 1929; The Royal Aero Club of the UK, Year Book, 1924-1926; Yorkshire County Cricket Club 1940; Yorkshire County Cricket Club 1936; The Company of Clockmakers, Register of Apprentices 1631-1931; The British Launderers' Year Book 1939-40; The Watch and Clock Makers of Northumberland and Durham, 17th and 18th Centuries, 1449-1801; A Handbook and Directory of Old Scottish Clockmakers, 1540-1850; London Labour and London Poor, Extra Volume, 1850; London Labour and the London Poor, Vol II, 1850; London Labour and the London Poor, Vol III, 1850

About TheGenealogist

TheGenealogist is an award-winning online family history website, who put a wealth of information at the fingertips of family historians. Their approach is to bring hard to use physical records to life online with easy to use interfaces such as their Tithe and newly released Lloyd George Domesday collections. 

TheGenealogist’s innovative SmartSearch technology links records together to help you find your ancestors more easily. TheGenealogist is one of the leading providers of online family history records. Along with the standard Birth, Marriage, Death and Census records, they also have significant collections of Parish and Nonconformist records, PCC Will Records, Irish Records, Military records, Occupations, Newspaper record collections amongst many others.

TheGenealogist uses the latest technology to help you bring your family history to life. Use TheGenealogist to find your ancestors today!

MyHeritage has just released a significant new collection: United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940–1947.

Search United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940–1947

This collection includes 42 million records of men who registered with the Selective Service System during and immediately following World War II, between 1940 and 1947. The records span multiple draft registration rounds and include men aged 18 to 64 across 33 states and D.C., offering personal details like addresses, occupations, next of kin, and even physical descriptions. This collection was indexed using cutting-edge AI technology developed by our Machine Learning team, which was able to automatically and accurately extract handwritten information from the draft cards.

You can search the collection here, and read more about it on the MyHeritage blog.