Author: David A. Fryxell

City Guide: Charleston, SC Premium

Although Charleston, SC, is in the spotlight now for its pivotal role in the start of the Civil War, its history stretches back far before the April 12, 1861, firing on Fort Sumter. From the early Charles Town settlement to the Civil War and beyond, use these tips and sources to shed light on your Charleston roots.

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10 Top Civil War Websites for Genealogy Research Premium

Explore Civil War genealogy records and history at these top 10 online destinations. Plus: State-by-state Civil War websites and resources for offline research.

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City Guide: Richmond, VA Premium

Whether your Richmond ancestors came in Colonial times and migrated to other places or stayed and helped build what is today one of the centers of the New South, you'll find plenty of records to uncover their story.

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History Matters: Blown Away by Vacuum Cleaners Premium

It's hard to imagine a cleaning day without the trusty vacuum cleaner. Here, we look at the history behind the vacuum cleaner.

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Richmond Ironworks Workers Premium

I've always been told that my ancestor worked at the "Richmond Ironworks" during the Civil War. But his son was born in Tallassee, Ala., in early 1865. Can you help solve this mystery?

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How to Search AmericanAncestors.org Premium

Learn how to use the New England Historic Genealogical Society's new website.

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Now What? Sault Ste. Marie Locks Premium

My great-grandfather was an assistant superintendent at Michigan's Sault Ste. Marie Locks in the mid- to late 1880s. How can I research his time there?

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