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Historical Maps Hiding in Plain Sight ... in front of your face
When visiting your ancestor's hometown ... look around for old buildings and landmarks of the past.
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History in Plain Sight on a Church Cornerstone
Reading the names inscribed may reveal an Ancestor.
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To Our Veterans Who Served and made a Difference in our Country and in the World
We give thanks to all the Men and Women Who Served or are currently serving our Country..
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African American Cemeteries Need Attention
A Call to Action to Cleanup African American Cemeteries
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Negro Schools Valued Education
In the early 1900s more colored schools was built to educate the negro children in the state.
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Oral Histories From The Past Give a View of What Life was Like
Oral Histories of local communities can be found in libraries, universities, businesses, genealogy socities, archieves, private collections and online databases.
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Family Photos have Many Memories
The Lewis Bradford Family Gathering back in the Day
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Historical Photo of Records: No Longer Available for Public to Review.
The Past is our future, make sure you document your findings.
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The Pendleton Store Still Stands
While driving through the Northeast corner of Jefferson County, in the old community of Patrick City, which is now Leeds, Alabama. The Pendleton’s came from Margaret, Alabama. When they moved into Patrick City, they didn’t have a place for simple groceries. In the evening after school, kids would come to the store and visit with Mrs. Pendleton.
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