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.


The Descendants of Swiss Settlers (DSS), founded in 2022, aims to recognize and preserve the history of early Swiss immigrants in North America who settled before March 5, 1798. It emphasizes the importance of identifying Swiss ancestry amidst often obscured records, providing resources for genealogists and opportunities for members to…

Founded in 1894, The Daughters of the Cincinnati honors women descended from officers of the Continental Army, preserving Revolutionary history through lineage, education, and patriotic…

The Order of the Cloak and Dagger honors America’s early intelligence operatives by preserving their history, encouraging genealogical research, and emphasizing the vital role of…

The Colonial Order of the Acorn is a hereditary society that honors early colonial settlers. It promotes genealogical integrity, educational outreach, and civic engagement among…

The National Society of The Colonial Daughters of the Seventeenth Century, founded in 1896, honors the legacy of 17th-century colonists in America, promoting genealogical research…

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.