#family-history

#family-history

García Hamilton investigates legacies of tradition, the inevitability of assimilation, and the ways in which family histories replay themselves over time.

As my father watched the news, his breath caught. A video of the inside of a prison cell was on the television. Tears streamed down his face. On one of the walls he could make out a poem, one he had written with his own hands.

"The average age in the U.S. most recently has been around age 12. But in some recent studies, it has actually dipped even to 11."

Gerard's letters reveal the struggles and resilience of a young couple separated by war, highlighting Alice's resourcefulness and unyielding spirit during difficult times.

All of those material possessions are a part of who you are; you shape your home and your home shapes you.

In examining the legacies of Plessy v. Ferguson, descendants confront the complexities of family histories intertwined with racial segregation and inequity in America.

My mother was a secretary at the same FBI office. In those days, they did shorthand transcription-she was in the room when the agency was interrogating Nazi spies and sympathizers.

The restoration of this 160-year-old Co Laois farmhouse not only revives a family legacy but also showcases the romantic ideal of rural living that many aspire to.

The modest five-bedroom home where actor Jon Voight was raised has just been listed for $1.09 million, highlighting its historical significance in his life.

Rachel Rollinson, who was adopted at a young age, embarked on a journey to discover her roots, unveiling profound family dynamics that shaped her life.

Alan Rademacher was a long time resident and business owner who passed away on February 18, 2025, due to complications from a recent surgery.

Ever tried explaining your family history, only to get tangled in terms like 'second cousins twice removed' or 'great-aunt something-or-other'? This highlights the complexities of family relationships that often confuse individuals.

The City of Cupertino is looking for qualified applicants for a position on the Audit Committee, emphasizing experience over residency and excluding city officials from eligibility.

Cher describes her family origins in the backwoods of Missouri, where her great-grandfather, Isaac, worked on the railroad and her grandmother, Lynda, was sent to relatives because her family couldn't afford to keep her.