A collapsed tree, a misdated ancestor, and a man wrongfully imprisoned—this week’s stories all circle truth, loss, and what gets buried, whether in the backyard, family records, or a broken justice system.
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Genealogy Updates for July 2025
A list of updates to my family tree for July 2025.
The Ghosts of West Virginia
At our family reunion, we stood where our ancestors once fought, fled, and fell at Fort Seybert. I shared Rebecca’s story, traced our Mallow line, and felt the weight of history settle in. These are more than names—they’re echoes we carry.
An Eclipse, A Good Book, & Searching for Galveston’s Lost
Bob shares his lukewarm anticipation for the upcoming solar eclipse, delves into a genealogical mystery possibly tied to the Galveston Hurricane, and reviews “The Reluctant Coroner” with appreciation for its depth.
Genealogy Updates for March 2024
A list of updates to my family tree for March 2024.