It was not until the year 1836 that the Wisconsin Territory came into being and the land in this newly formed state once belonged to Michigan, and its neighboring states are Iowa, Minnesota as well as Illinois and also Michigan. Any study of Wisconsin genealogy will be sure to reveal that the original inhabitants of [...]

It could be easily argued that one of the most joyous occasions in a person’s life is a marriage.  This special day is a celebration of the love and commitment between two individuals and is solemnized at an altar with many friends and family witnessing the vows that are exchanged.
In fact, recent statistics suggest that [...]

Thanks to the advent of the internet many people have been seeking information on their genealogy. Most people know there has been an increase in the number of people who are looking to research their ancestry, but there is also a prevalent notion that the only people looking to research their genealogy are those members [...]

One of the ugliest words in the English language is divorce. This is because divorce is a tragic ending to a relationship that once started with vows of commitment which expressed undying devotion and faithfulness through sickness and in health, for better or for worse, until death us do part.
However, despite the tragedy [...]

If you are interested in Michigan genealogy, you could do worse than to check out the Michigan Library and Historical Center where you will find plenty of material related to family history research and you can either visit the Library or Archives of Michigan to get as much relevant material as possible. At the Michigan [...]

If and when married couples decide to dissolve their matrimonial union, much pain and anguish associated with this decision.  Some of this pain can be emotional, physical, and mental.  This torment can be attributed to the fact that the original intentions of marriage incorporate such commitments as loving, honoring, working through sickness and health situations [...]

When you are on the hunt for your genealogy information, you know that eventually you are going to need some help. As you are finding Illinois Genealogy information, you are probably going to be able to start on your own. Chances are good that you know several of the important details about where you have [...]

Divorce is rarely a pleasant experience, but some couples suffer less than others.  The successful dissolution of a marriage could help couples avoid costly fees and emotional trauma.  Divorce information is the key to a better solution for the couple involved.  The first divorce information should be about the divorce laws in the different states.  [...]

Genealogy research is an interesting endeavor.  People can find out many things about their ancestors.  Most people know their grandparents, and many know their great-grandparents for a brief amount of time.  These people sometimes tell their offspring about the ancestors that they lived with when they were younger.  On the other hand, many people have [...]

What is the secret to a wonderful marriage? “If more people knew the answer the divorce rate in this country wouldn’t be so high,” says Gerry Leeds, 85, of Long Island, N.Y.
At a time when statistically, between 40 and 45 percent of U.S. marriages end in divorce, Gerry and his bride, 80-year-old Lilo, have been [...]