Fritz born 6-29-1839 in Borstel, Hanover, Germany came to US 10-1845
Sophia Maria Dorothea (Rittmueller) born 4-13-1848 in Esperke, Amt Neustadt a. R., Hanover, Germany came to US 9-1854
Portrait photographs and paintings of our loved ones and ancestors.
Before photos we had paintings of family members - most usually these were reserved for the well off. The era of modern photography began with the daguerreotype, in 1839. Since the advent of photogr...
The 1920s Changed Our Daily Lives & Not How You Might Think . . .
In the 1920's life changed drastically for the average American and for people all over the world. Airplanes began to be a mode of transportation and communication. Automobiles, rather than horses, ...
Vintage Illinois: Captivating photos of people and places from the state's history.
Explore Illinois' history through vintage photos of its people and places. Journey through time with candid snapshots, iconic landmarks, and scenic landscapes, capturing the state's diverse cultures a...