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…

The United Daughters of the Confederacy, formed in 1894, honors Confederate soldiers, preserves history, and supports their descendants through educational and memorial activities, emphasizing patriotic…

The Plantagenet Society honors the heritage of the influential Plantagenet royal family, promoting genealogical research and education, connecting descendants, and preserving historical records related to…

The Pilgrim Peter Brown Society, founded in 2014, preserves the legacy of Mayflower passenger Peter Brown by promoting genealogical research, education, and fellowship among his…

The Order of the Steel Magnolias honors women affected by the Civil War, promoting their stories, cultural legacy, and providing genealogical research while fostering camaraderie…

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.