The National Genealogical Society (NGS) is pleased to announce the theme for the NGS 2026 Family History Conference—America at 250. The conference is scheduled for 27–30 May 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our theme, America at 250, invites us to consider the full span of stories and experiences that have shaped this nation—not just its …
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Unseen WWII Letters and Diaries Released for VJ Day’s 80th Anniversary
A powerful collection of wartime letters, diaries, and photographs – never before shared with the public – has been unveiled online today to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. The Watson Collection, released as part of the Their Finest Hour project at the University of Oxford, tells the story of Frank Watson, an RAF serviceman captured …
2025 Family History & Genealogy Fair Saturday, August 23, 2025 in Gastonia, North Carolina
Visit the Main Library on Saturday, August 23, 2025 (08/23/2025) for the Family History and Genealogy Fair! Drop in and meet representatives from genealogy, family history, and local history organizations between 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Free and open to the public. No reservation is required. Professional Genealogist Diane L. Richard will present two programs …