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Family Histories


Hard Work and Family Ties: Growing Up Wunderlich in Early 1900s Minnesota
Sam and Martha Wunderlich's Minnesota farm life in the early 1900s built a legacy of hard work, adaptability, and community.
Tanya Jensen
Feb 267 min read
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The Shaske Family: From Jaroshefske to Today
Discover how the Jaroshefske family became the Shaskes in 1920s Minnesota, and trace their journey through farming, faith, and family bonds.
Tanya Jensen
Feb 195 min read
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The Pofahl Legacy: Seven Decades of Love and Perseverance in Minnesota
A faded 1900s portrait comes alive, revealing Anna Pofahl's story - from Prussian roots to 67 years of love and legacy in Minnesota.
Tanya Jensen
Feb 56 min read
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Beyond Names and Dates: Why Historical Context is the Secret Weapon of Genealogy Research
Historical context turns ancestors from names on a tree into real people with rich stories. Discover the 'why' behind their lives!
Tanya Jensen
Jan 1910 min read
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The Mahlman Family: A Story of German Immigration and Minnesota Farming Life
Seven children, one family farm, and a legacy of German immigrant perseverance in the heart of Minnesota.
Tanya Jensen
Jan 156 min read
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Sisters Across Time: Helen Grosvenor and Faye Hanson
The restored photograph captures them during America's postwar prosperity, preserving a moment between these resilient sisters who faced
Tanya Jensen
Jan 83 min read
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Faces of the Past: The Wunderlich Siblings and Their Minnesota Story
The story of my Wunderlich ancestors is deeply rooted in Richland Township, situated between the cities of Kenyon and Faribault, Minnesota.
Tanya Jensen
Jan 14 min read
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How to Find Ancestor Photos: Hidden Sources and Creative Strategies
There are several creative ways to uncover those precious historical photographs.
Tanya Jensen
Dec 22, 20243 min read
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The Beseke Family: A Minnesota Pioneer Story
a story of immigration, perseverance, and the American dream that played out across Minnesota in the late 19th century
Tanya Jensen
Dec 18, 20247 min read
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