These three brothers served in Europe during the war. None appeared to be career military before or after the war. So each Flanagan brother should have registered for the draft. Try as I might, I could not find a draft registration card for the oldest brother Michael Flanagan.
Pay Attention to Those Draft Dates & Ages When Researching Draft Registration Cards Read More »
Research Methods
I finished reading a book today that I want to recommend to anyone who is researching their U.S. World War I ancestors, including females. Although short (95 pages) the book is jam-packed with information about record collections, repositories, and search strategies.
Recommended Reading: “World War I Genealogy Research Guide” by Debra M. Dudek Read More »
My Recommendations
The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) and the National Park Service (NPS) are collaborating on a project to help preserve and share the history of those who served in the U.S. Mexico War. I just emailed the project coordinator to find out how I can help! WILL YOU?
FGS & National Park Service Partner on US-Mexico War History Project Read More »
Hispanic Genealogy Societies & Organizations
Taking another look at the pension records of my husband Jeff’s 5th great-grandfather, and transcribing the affidavit for richer biographical and wartime service analysis.
The Revolutionary War Pension Affidavit of 5th Great-Grandfather Ferdinand Harless Read More »
My Family History Repositories & Sources