How the 1918 Flu Pandemic Affected Your Ancestor (Plus a Guide to Major US Epidemics)
The 1918 flu changed thousands of American's lives. Here's how to study the effects of the 1918 pandemic and other major outbreaks on your family's history.
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History Matters: Kicking It into Gear With Automobiles Premium
The automobile completely transformed how our ancestors got from place to place. Here's a look at the history of the automobile.
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10 Historic Weather Events and How They Impacted Your Ancestors
These 10 extreme weather events changed the course of US history. Learn how these events may have affected your ancestor's lives.
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History Matters: Mason Jars Premium
Innovations and trends that shaped your ancestors' lives.
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History Matters: Sky’s the Limit With Telescopes Premium
The telescope allowed our ancestors to get a closer glimpse into the universe. Here's a history of the telescope.
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History Matters: Deodorant Premium
Innovations and trends that shaped your ancestors' lives.
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Flu and Far Between Premium
World War I have unwittingly enabled that era's other mass killer: influenza.
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Standard Issue: The Evolution of Genealogy Research Premium
Learn how your favorite family history tools were born. Our timeline traces the roots of nine genealogy research staples, from family tree charts to DNA testing.
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History Matters: Steam Ships Premium
Innovations and trends that shaped your ancestors' lives.
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History Matters: Plastics Premium
Innovations and trends that shaped your ancestors' lives.
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