This source has information on about 191,000 people married between 1823 and 1900 in Florida and about 154,000 people married between 1800 and 1900 in Mississippi.
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Was the First Thanksgiving Actually Held in Florida? An Interesting Historical Analysis
Did the Pilgrims really have the first American Thanksgiving, or does the honor belong to someone else? It all depends on how you look at it.
The Seminole Wars: A Brief History of the Settlement of Florida
The Seminole Wars played an important part in the American settlement of Florida.
Florida: American Folklore, Part 9
Florida is a land of many wonders, and a whole host of weird things you won’t find anywhere else in the nation. With a long history of European exploration going back to the 1500’s, there has been...
The Evolution of Florida
Florida has changed hands many times in its long history as a European colony and state. Here's the story of Florida's journey from Spanish outpost to 27th state.
The State Capitals: Florida
Tallahassee is the state capital of Florida, and it has a rich and interesting history. As a Native American settlement for thousands of years, it eventually became part of a Spanish colony, and then...
Free Marriage Record Lookups
First-Time User? Click here Egle's Notes and Queries of Pennsylvania, 1700s-1800s Marriage Index: AL, GA, SC, 1641-1944 Marriage Index: Alabama, 1800-1900s Marriage Index: Arizona, Colorado...
Loyalists in the American Revolution
American colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown were known as loyalists. Loyalists, also called "Tories," made up about one-third of the population in colonial America. The thirteen...
A Journey Through “Generation by Generation” by Drew Smith
Today, let’s discover your family's story with 'Generation by Generation' by Drew Smith. A guide that turns genealogy into an exciting, personal adventure…
George Walton: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
George Walton was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. A member of the delegation from Georgia at the Continental Congress, George was born in Virginia, orphaned as an infant, and raised by...
1830 Census Index, U.S. Selected Counties
1830 Census Index, U.S. Selected Counties
Fred Rogers: The Mister Rogers Biographies
Fred Rogers was a beloved children’s television show host and expert in early childhood education. As the star of the celebrated TV show Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, Fred became a familiar, comforting...
Button Gwinnett: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
Button Gwinnett was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, although a relatively obscure one. Little was known of him prior to him placing his signature on that historic document. While he had...
A Closer Look at Prison Records, Part 1
Do you have a black sheep ancestor? Are you sure? There were all kinds of reasons a person might have been incarcerated in times past that seem completely innocent today. Whether you know that you...
Desi Arnaz: I Love Lucy
Desi Arnaz is best known for playing Ricky Ricardo on the beloved TV sitcom I Love Lucy. He was also a pioneer in the TV industry in many aspects, inventing innovations that are still in use today...
Bob Ross: People You Should Know
Bob Ross is best known for his PBS TV show, The Joy of Painting. A talented man, Bob was also complex as an individual, leading a most intriguing life behind the scenes of his beautiful natures-capes...
Iconic Historical Landmarks Worth a Road Trip to See
Are you interested in American history? You will love these five sites that represent some of the best-preserved landmarks the nation has to offer.
The History of Presidents’ Day
Presidents' Day is a holiday that is celebrated in February, and usually means a day off work or school for many people. It is also highly associated with retail sales, as many businesses hold a...
Melania Knavs Trump: America’s First Ladies, Part 45
Melania Knavs would one day become First Lady of the United States. Born in Slovenia to a middle class family, she began modeling as a small child, and turned it into a successful career in Europe...
Jimmie Dodd: The Mickey Mouse Club, Part 9
James Dodd was the host of The Mickey Mouse Club TV show, and also wrote the show’s famous theme song. The son of a music store owner and a stenographer, he became interested in music at a young age...
The Pumpkin Pie
Have you ever wondered who invented pumpkin pie? It wasn't just one person. The story of pumpkin pie is much more interesting than that. Here's the tale.
The Creation of Main Street USA
Main Street USA is the “opening act” at all Disney parks, being the part of the park guests walk through before going through the castle to the primary part of the parks that includes the rides and...
Edith Carow Roosevelt: America’s First Ladies, #26
Edith Carow was the second wife and First Lady of Theodore Roosevelt. She was a pioneering First Lady in many ways, and strong-willed. Her influence over Theodore was well-known. Here is her...
Alabama: The State Capitals, Part 1
Are you curious about how state capitals got their beginnings? Most have fascinating origin stories. Take Montgomery, Alabama, for example. With a history going back thousands of years, but only...
Mary Todd Lincoln: America’s First Ladies #16
Mary Todd Lincoln is one of the most famous of the First Ladies. Hers is an interesting tale, sometimes thrilling, sometimes tragic, but always adventurous and captivating. Here is her true tale, the...