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Photo: in this illustration from a papyrus circa 1275 BCE, the deceased (Hunefer) is presented to Osiris (seated god on the right) by Osiris’s son Horus (falcon-headed god), while behind Osiris stand his sisters Isis and Nephthys. Credit: British Museum; Wikimedia Commons.

Egyptian Gods Family Tree: Complete Guide to the Deities of Ancient Egypt

By GenealogyBank on June 2, 2026

Dive into the Egyptian gods family tree, and uncover Isis and Osiris, Anubis, and more. Connect ancient legends with your family’s roots at GenealogyBank!.. (Read More)

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June 2026 Addition: GenealogyBank Just Added New Content from 121 Titles!

By Tony Pettinato on June 1, 2026

An article (with a complete title list) about the new content from 121 newspaper titles that GenealogyBank added to its online archives in June 2026... (Read More)

tri-department Medals of Honor display. Credit: U.S. Special Operations Command; Wikimedia Commons.

Incredible Bravery: African American Medal of Honor Recipients (part 3)

By Melissa Berry on May 29, 2026

In this article, Melissa Davenport Berry tells yet more inspiring stories of brave African American soldiers and sailors awarded the Medal of Honor... (Read More)

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What Origin Is My Last Name? How to Trace Your Surname’s History and Meaning

By GenealogyBank on May 28, 2026

Learn how to trace your surname’s background, identify family roots, and use historical records to understand the story behind your family name... (Read More)

Photo: the Virginia Capitol in Richmond, Virginia, designed by Thomas Jefferson and Charles-Louis Clérisseau. Credit: Ron Cogswell; Wikimedia Commons.

Virginia Archives: 390 Newspapers for Genealogy Research

By Tony Pettinato on May 28, 2026

An article (with a complete title list) about the 390 Virginia newspapers available in GenealogyBank’s online Historical Newspaper Archives... (Read More)

tri-department Medals of Honor display. Credit: U.S. Special Operations Command; Wikimedia Commons.

Incredible Bravery: African American Medal of Honor Recipients (part 2)

By Melissa Berry on May 27, 2026

In this article, Melissa Davenport Berry tells more inspiring stories of brave African American soldiers and sailors awarded the Medal of Honor... (Read More)

Illustration: an engraving of nuns attending Mass. Credit: https://depositphotos.com/home.html

Book Review: Researching the Catholic Sister in Your Family Tree

By Gena Philibert-Ortega on May 26, 2026

In this article, Gena Philibert-Ortega reviews a new book that tackles a difficult genealogy search: the Catholic nun in your family tree... (Read More)

Photo: the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier located in Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia. Credit: Raul654; Wikimedia Commons.

Memorial Day Tributes (part 2)

By Melissa Berry on May 22, 2026

In this article, Melissa Davenport Berry continues her exploration of Memorial Day history with touching stories and photos... (Read More)

Photo: Abraham Lincoln, by Alexander Gardner, 8 November 1863. Credit: Mead Art Museum; Wikimedia Commons.

Famous Last Words: Historical Figures’ Final Words

By GenealogyBank on May 21, 2026

Explore the famous last words from historical figures. From presidents to revolutionaries, discover what their final words reveal about history and legacy... (Read More)

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