| Dear Fellow Genealogist,
I do not know what my great-grandmother was doing on the morning of August 26th, 1920. She may have had women’s suffrage on her mind, since a few days earlier, her home state of Tennessee was the 36th, and final required state, to approve the 19th amendment. At eight o’clock that same morning, at his home in Washington, D.C., US Secretary of State, Bainbridge Colby, signed the paperwork certifying the amendment.
In today’s newsletter we highlight three articles that celebrate our female ancestors. First is an article explaining the significance of Women’s Equality Day. Next, Gena Philibert-Ortega shares five strategies for researching female ancestors. Finally, Lisa Alzo provides an overview of women’s roles during World War I and where to find relevant records.
If you're interesting in learning more strategies for researching US ancestors, join us today for an Immersive Course about Ohio, the 5th state to ratify the 19th amendment.
Grateful for the Women’s Suffrage Movement,
— Amanda, eLearning Producer, Family Tree University
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