Narrowing the List of Suspects: Wedding Bells
For the last month, Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor has been investigating three photo submitted by a reader. Now it’s time to narrow down the list of her ancestors to find possible matches.
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The Mystery of the Pale Eyed Woman
Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor continues her three-part investigation on the family photos of one of our readers. This week's she's looking for clues in this haunting image of a young woman wearing a Peter Pan collar.
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Identifying a Fur-Clad Family Member
Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor continues her three-part investigation on the family photos of one of our readers. This week's photo is full of great clues, including a staged winter background and fashion from the early 1900's.
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Our Ancestors’ Fourth of July Celebrations
For Americans these days, Independence Day means cookouts, fireworks, and fun with loved ones. But how did our ancestors celebrate the Fourth of July?
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Photos of the Revolutionary War Generation
Photos of those that lived during the Revolutionary War exist, and Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor needs your help finding them.
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Counting the Clues in a Wedding Photo
Discovering an unidentified wedding portrait is more common than you would think. Luckily, Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor is on the case to explain what clues to look for.
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Remembering the Ladies: Labeling Photos With Maiden Names
Discovering women's identities can be tricky as they were often listed under their married name, or not at all. Here are clues to help identifying them.
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Faces and Places: A Mystery in Numbers
This week, Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor is having a look at mysterious old photos purchased by one of our readers. The people in these pictures are each numbered, but why? And who are they?
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Seeking Victoria: Start with the Clothing and Photographer
One of our readers is hopeful that the woman in this photo is her great-grandmother Victoria. Our Photo Detective, Maureen A. Taylor, shares which clues to investigate first.
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Barefoot in the Backyard: Identifying Kids in a Hand-Colored Photo
Who are the three children in this gorgeous hand-colored photograph? Photo Detective Maureen Taylor helps us identify the clues in this photo.
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