Historical Research & Writing History

Experienced researcher, passionate historian who leaves no stone unturned.

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Before we can set out on the road to success, we have to know where we are going, and before we can know that we must determine where we have been in the past. Pres. John F. Kennedy (The American Indian, 1961)

 

Historical research has been a passion of mine for a very long time and this website is designed to share that passion with you and how it effects everything we do. Past generations have all been part of historical events (directly and indirectly), just as you are part of historical events today ~

  • 9/11
  • the Iraq War
  • presidential elections
  • the rising gas prices
  • Katrina
When today's history is discussed in future classrooms or by future historians, we will all be a part of that history.

I live in Pennsylvania. The state is full of history, like many other states throughout the United States. I have traveled to many of those states in need of answers to topics I am researching and writing about. The most intensive research I have done is on the Bosler family. I have info on that research here.

If there is something you are interested in learning about or if you have a project that needs researched and your time is limited, please email me and I would be glad to help. Basic research is no problem, however, if the research is a little more involved there may be a fee.

I also do genealogy research. Email me the name of the person you are interested in learning about and I will get back to you with what I have learned and see if you would like further research done.

My research involves using primary & secondary sources such as:
  • old newspapers
  • census & tax record
  • military records
  • marriage records
  • birth certificates
  • baptismal certificates
  • death certificates
  • travel if necessary
I really enjoy bringing family histories together. I firmly believe that learning about our own family history helps us to better understand who we are.

Here is a quote by Alex Haley ~

In every conceivable manner, the family is link to
our past, bridge to our future.

I can also give you suggestions on how to begin your own historical and genealogy research. My email address is located at the bottom of the page.

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While you are here,  be sure to check out
these pages & links ~

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  • Longest Walk 2 - American Indians of all tribes (from the north, south, east, & west) & their supporters left San Francisco, CA in February 2008 to walk across the United States. Their destination: Washington, D.C. What was the purpose of their walk?
  • Public Enemies - how did Bonnie & Clyde, Baby Face Nelson, & John Dillinger help J. Edgar Hoover, Director of the FBI, keep his job?
  • History Videos - videos & podcasts added from youtube and other places on the web that talks about historical & political events.
  • History Forum - the place to discuss videos, podcasts, books, and anything else pertaining to history. Feel free to post any thoughts or questions you have about any posted subjects or begin your own thread.
This Day in History

We Shall Remain

American history told from the American Indian view. Click on the link to learn more. The link will give you a behind the scene look at the filming of the show, coalition, a list of tribal colleges, and radio stations. You also have the option to purchase the DVD of the show.

This program on PBS, which begins April 13 and airs for 5 weeks, begins with the story of the American Indian and the Pilgrims.

The series are as follows ~

1. After the Mayflower
2. Tecumseh's Vision
3. Trail of Tears
4. Geronimo
5. Wounded Knee

 Tribes & conflicts mentioned throughout the series ~

1. Algonquins  Pequot Wampanoag
     King Philip's War

Abraham Lincoln's 200th Bicentennial!

President Lincoln is celebrating his 200th birthday on
February 12, 2009.
Please checkout the this link for more information.

The song played on the homepage is Sailing to Philadelphia sung by Mark Knopfler and James Taylor.

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