Fictional Family Trees: The Genealogy of the Simpsons
Few TV families are as instantly recognizable or as dysfunctional as The Simpsons, which has entertained audiences for over thirty years. They offer a unique take on American life,...
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Finding My Grandma’s Long-Lost Uncle: How an OldNews.com Obituary Resolved an Old Family Mystery
When I was in college, people would ask me if I was related to the pioneer Jacob Hamblin. That simple question sparked a curiosity that’s lasted ever since. I’m...
Amelia Earhart: American Aviation Pioneer
American aviator Amelia Earhart, born 115 years ago today, disappeared on July 2, 1937, over the central Pacific Ocean near Howland Island. Amelia was attempting to complete a round-the-world...
My Dad Searched for His Lost Japanese Child His Whole Life. I Found Him Thanks to MyHeritage
Ever since I was a little girl, I knew there was a missing piece in my family. My father, John Vierra, who served in various branches of the U.S...
Personal History Records: Bringing Your Family History to Life
My great-grandmother, who had always been described as quiet and traditional, was a bit of an enigma in our family. Most relatives called her soft-spoken, but an avid reader...
Being German: Traditions and Genealogy
If you come from a German family, you’ll already know what a big part tradition plays in how life is lived. It shapes the everyday, with common practices and...
Being Irish: Tradition and Genealogy
7.2 million people live in Ireland, but almost 80 million people globally claim to have Irish heritage. Migration is a common part of the Irish story, whether to America...
How I Rewrote My Family’s Forgotten History Thanks to MyHeritage
I’ve always had a passion for history — especially the medieval period, when genealogy and heraldry were living knowledge at the heart of family traditions. My goal? To document...