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.


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…

In the late 19th century, as Americans looked back with pride on their colonial roots, many patriotic and lineage societies were founded to preserve early…

The National Society Descendants of Colonial Indentured Servants honors and educates about the contributions of indentured servants to colonial America, aiming to preserve their legacy…

The Descendants of Early Postmasters, established in 1987, honors postal service pioneers, promoting genealogical research and preserving American postal history, emphasizing their crucial role in…

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.