In Their Own Words:
Documents of the Past

Do you know these people?Lying forgotten in dusty attics or much beloved amongst our most treasured possessions, are letters, diaries, memoirs, photographs, account books, recipes, personal notes and the other remembrances of our ancestors. This site presents works from a variety of authors in different situations -- soldiers in war, young ladies traveling abroad, struggling immigrants, and the children of wealthy planters.

Many thanks to the family and friends who have contributed to this site.

Of course, the space is no longer without cost and those who feel inclined to donate money to offset fees are encouraged to do so. You may make a donation through PayPal. It's fast, free and secure. Just click on the ever-grateful Donations Mouse.

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Primary Sources:
   Diaries
   Memoirs
   Letters
   Bible Pages
   Photo Albums
   Maps

Scrapbook

Hall of Heroes

Family Museum

Family Places

Who's Who
an index to brief biographies

Virtual Graveyard
   Final Moments
   How They Died

Quotes

Updates

Links

Question History

Contributors List



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