Sunday Snippets 22 June 2025
Day 11/50 Family History Blogging Challenge
Time for another in the Sunday Snippets series. This is where I share what’s been happening during the past week, in my world of genealogy. I’ve had a busy week, deep diving into research, writing blog posts and reading some of the amazing family history stories that are published on Substack. I also have exciting news, coming soon.
I hope you enjoy the following stories. Just click on the images for the link.
Ollie - If Only I - Issue Number 100
This issue of Ollie’s story is about his time at Surfers Paradise Australia.
Anne’s Family History - Roland Herbert Cudmore 1879-1913
An interesting and tragic story about Anne’s grandfather’s first cousin who survived service in the military. Tragedy struck after he returned from the war.
Photo from: the Collection of the State Library of Australia
Essential Genealogy - Memoirs of my Devon Ancestors
A really interesting profile generated by AI
Diane The FH Bowerbird - Fragments of Family History - A Female Undertaker
This story is about the 19th century female undertaker in Diane’s family. I’m sure a female undertaker would have been unusual for the time.
Photo:Archives, City of Sydney, NSW
Writing Family History - From Sea to Air
I just came across this newsletter a few days ago, and really enjoyed reading about Alison’s Uncle Malcolm, starting with his maritime history.
Image: The Port Caledonia PRG 1373/17/81 from the A.D. Edwardes Collection, State Library of South Australia
Culinary History is Family History - Loris Snacks For Travelling
Lori’s memories of the road trips of her childhood and the food involved.
Image: Unsplash
Mission Genealogy
Another post by Deborah Carl about tips for family history writers. This article is about copyright and gives much to think about.
Image: Mission Genealogy
Projectkin
Another great episode from Emma Explores. This month Emma talks about unusual names in her family and family naming patterns.
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Day 11/50 Family History Blogging Challenge
