Week 11: Fortune: What Would it be Worth Today?

Have you ever thought about how your ancestor’s possessions would be valued in today’s world? I often think about this because it helps me to better compare their situation against my own. On the 1850 United States Population census individuals were asked about only the value of their real estate….

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52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 2: Lucinda Jones

Continuing with the 52 Ancestors in 52 weeks challenge, I am going to share what I know about my paternal 2nd great grandmother Lucinda Jones. Lucinda has always been a little bit of a mystery to me. How I’m Related Lucinda JonesĀ – My 2nd Great Grandmother Ernest Nile BurtĀ – My…

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