Ancestral Findings

Learn about Zachary Taylor, the soldier president who rose from a frontier upbringing to a distinguished military career. Discover the story of this resilient and no-nonsense leader. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/zachary-taylor-the-soldier-president

James K. Polk's story is a fascinating chapter in the broader narrative of the United States, reflecting the nation's ambitions, struggles, and enduring quest for growth and identity. Podcast notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/james-k-polk-the-expansionist-president

Nestled in the mountains of West Virginia, just a four-hour drive from Washington, D.C., the Greenbrier offered a perfect blend of accessibility and seclusion. Its location deep in the mountains provided a scenic escape from the capital and added a layer of natural defense against potential nuclear fallout. The mountainous terrain, with its peaks and valleys, forms a natural barrie

Discover the captivating tale of Zona Heaster Shue, whose mysterious death led to an extraordinary trial. This story weaves elements of love, betrayal, and a ghostly visitation, ultimately bringing a killer to justice. Podcast notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-haunting-trial-of-zona-heaster-shue

Did you know Father’s Day has roots in the early Middle Ages, just after the fall of the Roman Empire in Europe? Churches celebrated a version. But, it took until the 1970s for it to become a nationally recognized holiday in the United States. Here is the story of Father’s Day. Podcast notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-history-of-fathers-day/

Today, let’s Explore the fascinating story of John Tyler, the unexpected president. From his early life in Virginia to his rise in politics, uncover the legacy of this influential figure. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/john-tyler-the-accidental-president

William Henry Harrison's story is a compelling chapter in the broader narrative of the United States, reflecting the nation's growing pains, frontier spirit, and the enduring quest for leadership and identity. Podcast notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/william-henry-harrison-the-brief-presidency-and-lasting-legacy

Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana. It has a long history of human habitation and a rich and multi-layered European and African settlement history, making it unique among American state capitals. Here is what you need to know about the intriguing Baton Rouge. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-state-capitals-louisiana/

Oklahoma City is the capital of the state of Oklahoma. It was the home of Native American tribes and was originally set apart by the US government so Native Americans could live. The government opened it up to American settlement in 1889, and oil was discovered there in 1928. This is the intriguing story of Oklahoma City. Podast notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-state-capita

Salem is the capital of the state of Oregon. It has a history of human habitation going back hundreds of years. Europeans didn’t show up there until fairly recently. When they did, Salem quickly became a large and important city and eventually the capital of Oregon. Here is what you need to know about Salem. Podcast notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-state-capitals-oregon