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Historical Research Maps: Western States Premium
The regions of the Wild, Wild West didn't always look like they do today. Check out this map of the Western United States in 1857, plus a list of when states were organized into territories and admitted to the Union.
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Solve WWI-Era Photo Mysteries With Fashion Clues Premium
The rapid transformation in WWI-era clothing styles can help you solve photo mysteries and illuminate your ancestors’ changing world.
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History Matters: How We Became Bonkers for Bacon Premium
We may adore it, but bacon was no biggie for our ancestors. Learn how this humble pork product evolved from grandma's breakfast fare to a gourmet delight.
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Historical Research Maps: Mount Vernon Premium
Check out this historical map of our first president's estate—drawn by George Washington himself.
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The Jolly History of Christmas Carols Premium
Learn the brief history behind beloved Christmas carols.Learn the brief history behind beloved Christmas carols.
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Here’s What The World Was Like The Last Time the Cleveland Indians Won a World Series Premium
A few things have changed since 1948.
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Here’s What The World Was Like The Last Time The Cubs Won a World Series Premium
The world has changed a little bit since 1908, the last time the Chicago Cubs won the World Series.
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Aerial Photographs and Ancestral Home Towns
Learn about aerial photography and how to find images of ancestral home towns.
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History Matters: Space Premium
Innovations and trends that shaped your ancestors’ lives: Space travel.
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Five Important Dates in Eastern European Genealogy
Genealogy and history go hand in hand. If you want to be successful in tracing your Polish, Czech or Slovak roots, brush up on the history of these countries (and of Eastern Europe in general) to better understand records from the old country and learn about your ancestors’ lives...
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