Exploring the History of Lineage Societies in America
Whether you’re looking to join a lineage society, research your ancestry, or simply learn more about American history, I hope this site becomes a favorite destination.
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Georgia, founded in 1733 under General Oglethorpe, served as a refuge for debtors and a buffer against Spain. Its early years, governed by trustees, emphasized small farms and religious tolerance. By 1797, Georgia transitioned into a royal colony, with notable families shaping its history, highlighting the importance of preserving their…
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Preserving History: The Colonial Dames of America
The Colonial Dames of America, founded in 1890, preserves early American history through education and celebrating descendants of colonial ancestors.
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Order of Founders and Patriots of America: Heritage and Honor
The Order of Founders and Patriots of America honors early settlers and their descendants, preserving American heritage and historical continuity.
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Honoring Maryland’s Founders: Society of the Ark and the Dove
In 1633, settlers aboard the Ark and Dove established Maryland, promoting religious freedom, commemorated by the Society of the Ark and the Dove.
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Honoring Ancestors with a Difficult Legacy: The Associated Daughters of Early American Witches
The ADEAW honors descendants of those persecuted in early American witch trials, emphasizing remembrance, education, and historical research of this legacy.
● About Me
I’m Carole Gunst and I created this site to share what I learn as I research my ancestors and lineage societies. I’m a member of the DAR, NSCDA, Jamestowne Society, the Society of the Ark and the Dove, National Society of US Daughters of 1812, and several others. I hope you enjoy this site as much as I enjoy working on it.
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