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 National Society Daughters of Colonial Wars (NSDCW) is a patriotic, genealogical, and service-oriented lineage society that highlights one of the most formative periods in American history—the…

On June 17, 1775, the Battle of Bunker Hill symbolized colonial courage despite being a British victory. The Bunker Hill Society honors participants, preserves history,…

The Military Order of the Stars and Bars, founded in 1889, honors Confederate officers and their descendants, focusing on historical preservation, genealogy, and patriotism while…

The National Society Dames of the Court of Honor honors descendants of recognized military and civil service figures from early America, promoting genealogical research and…

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.