A WWII Mystery: The ‘Battle of L.A.’
By Tony Pettinato on February 25, 2022
An article about the mysterious “Battle of L.A.” during WWII; what exactly the battle was about remains a mystery to this day... (Read More)
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Preview to Southern California Genealogical Society Jamboree
By Gena Philibert-Ortega on May 30, 2014
Introduction: Gena Philibert-Ortega is a genealogist and author of the book “From the Family Kitchen.” In this guest blog post, Gena previews the upcoming Southern California Genealogical Society Jamboree, including the genealogy talks she will be presenting there on behalf of GenealogyBank. Do you have an event you look forward to every year? There... (Read More)
Family History Saturates American Pop Culture & Advertising
By Thomas Jay Kemp on August 19, 2013
You can find references to genealogy everywhere in America these days. In a current Capital One TV commercial, Alec Baldwin and “the boys” use their double miles to fly home for their family reunion. Family Reunion Capital One Venture Card Commercial So opens the familiar Capital One ad—this works because of the underpinning of... (Read More)
James L. Sorenson – DNA Pioneer Dies at 86
By Thomas Jay Kemp on January 21, 2008
James L. Sorenson, a pioneer in DNA research has died. A self-made billionaire, he used his wealth in many causes. Genealogists in particular are aware of his efforts with DNA and genealogy. In 1999 he started the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation. The group has collected more than 70,000 DNA samples, together with four-generation pedigree... (Read More)
