Speaker for the Dead: A Genealogy Blog
LGBTQ Genealogy – Part 12
Cemeteries
Following death, individuals in committed same-sex relationships lacked legal authority over how their lover remains were handled. Due to the absence of legal marriage, their partners had no rights or influence, often resulting in the separation of lovers by surviving family members. There are 100s of examples of these sad […]
LGBTQ Genealogy – Part 11
Unveiling Lives Through Obituaries
Obituaries, a treasure trove for genealogists, can weave intricate family tales and unveil the hidden threads in one’s family tree. I love a good obituary that makes an effort to detail all living relatives and all pre-deceased relatives. Sometimes there is an unexpected answer in these details, […]
LGBTQ Genealogy at Ancestry.com
Breaking New Ground: Speaking on LGBTQ Genealogy at Ancestry.com
In a milestone event, I had the honor of delivering my LGBTQ Genealogy presentation at Ancestry’s San Francisco office. This opportunity arose following a presentation at the Sutro Library on the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots at the invitation […]
LGBTQ Genealogy – Part 10
Exploring LGBTQ Media: Connecting Through Newspapers and Magazines
Our ancestors’ stories unfold in various ways, and for some, their experiences are captured in the vibrant pages of LGBTQ newspapers and magazines. In the wake of Stonewall, numerous publications have emerged, serving as vital platforms for the LGBTQ community. Two notable early […]
LGBTQ Genealogy – Part 9
Remembering Stonewall: 50 Years of LGBTQ Liberation
This month, on the 28th of June, we mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots in Greenwich Village, New York. Stonewall was the watershed event igniting the modern gay rights movement. Over the past five decades, our society has made significant strides in […]
1947 Partition Archive
1947 Partition Archives
Next week I complete my 2-month (30 hours per week) internship at The 1947 Partition Archives in Berkeley, Ca. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the archive, preserving the stories of firsthand witnesses to the upheaval caused by Partition. In August 1947, British India was divided to […]
LGBTQ Genealogy – Part 8
Newspapers – Part 1: Unearthing LGBTQ History in Headlines
Newspapers stand as invaluable resources for genealogists, offering a unique window into personal history, unlike any other record. This is particularly true when it comes to discovering LGBTQ family members, especially those who found themselves in the wrong place at the wrong […]
LGBTQ Genealogy – Part 7
LGBTQ in the U.S. Census: Tracing the Evolution of Inclusion and Exclusion
In previous discussions, we’ve explored clues supporting the possibility of ancestors being LGBTQ. We’ve also delved into the use of “Partner” in 20th-century census records as a potential identifier for LGBTQ relationships. However, the LGBTQ history in the […]
HomoHistory.com
Exploring LGBTQ History Through Vintage Photographs
In my quest for materials on LGBTQ genealogy, I stumbled upon a gem—a cherished photo blog named HomoHistory.com. Published by Jeffery Gent, this site serves as a remarkable repository, preserving and sharing vintage photographs featuring Gay & Lesbian individuals. With hundreds of captivating images, this […]
