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Searching the National Archives for NA records
Explains some of the types of tribal records available through the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and which records are available for search on line.
native american • archives • records • search • national archives

Finding the Link to Italy: Part II
Finding an ancestor's birthplace can be an enormous stumbling block. If family memory and records don't provide any clues, it's time to dig up state and federal records.
immigration • genealogy • census • naturalization • declaration of intent

Japanese Buddhism
An overview of Japanese religious history, with a focus on the Tendai and Shingon Buddhist sects of the Heian period.
tendai • shingon • heian • buddhist • buddhism

Census Rolls on Microfilm
Names of tribes with census records on microfilm (other than the Cherokee rolls outlined in the aricle of July 6) and a link to the microfilm numbers for those tribes.
census • microfilm • tribes • tribal rolls • arapaho

Finding Service Records of Civil War Ancestors
The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System is an online database containing basic information about those who served in the Union and Confederate armies and navies.
civil war • war between the states • southern independence • soldiers • sailors

The Narada Purana
Narada advises Sanaka, Sanandana, Sanatkumar and Sanatana on how to pray to Vishnu and achieve salvation.
narada purana • nara • narayan • saraswati • jaya

The Vamana Purana
Vishnu narrates the Vamana Purana to Bali after vanquishing him. He tells the story of Bali's ancestor Andhak, who was consumed by power but later repented.
vamana • purana • incarnation • vishnu • bali

Yagyu Shinkage-Ryu Influences
Sword-style martial arts from Japan have had a great many influences. This article explores one of the strongest ties to the sword arts, the Yagyu Shinkage-Ryu.
yagyu shinkage-ryu influences • yagyu swordsmen • kamiizumi nobutsuna • contributions to samurai skills • japanese samurai influences

Kyoto -- Japanese History Within Reach
Kyoto is the ancient capital of Japan and home to countless historical sites and national treasures
kyoto • japan • heian • heian-kyo • heian era

A Whisper from a Hurricane: the Story of Verda Majo
The Story of Hasegawa Teru, better known as "Verda Majo."

Sossusvlei Dunes in Namibia, Africa
The majestic red dunes, contrasted by white clay pans and dead trees at Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert, provides spectacular scenery to photographers.
sossusvlei dunes • dead vlei trees • dead vlei pan • clay pans in namib desert • solitaire

To Form a More Perfect Union
September 17, 2001 marks the 214th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States. This amazing document has been the blueprint for our country since 1787. Here is some background, and a few fun activities to help you celebrate Constitution Day with your class.
constitution • united states • amendments • delegates • constitutional convention

Glossary M to P
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with M to P.
madhu • meru • pushkar • mahabharata • pandavas

Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Set in the scenic Himalayas, Kedarnath is the northernmost of the Dwadasa Jyotirlingas. It was established by the Pandavas after the Mahabharata War.
kedarnath • dwadasa jyotirlingas • garhwal • himalayas • mandakini

Osaka: History & Culture
Despite a skyline dominated by skyscrapers, Osaka's commercial character blends with an imperial past and a rich culture that persist just below its ultra-modern surface.
history and culture of osaka • imperial past • rich culture • historical buildings • japanese culture

The Genealogy of Akuti and Prasuti
The children of Akuti and Ruchi and Prasuti and Daksha populate the earth. They include Nara and Narayan and Sati.
swayambhav manu • shatrupa • devahuti • kardam • akuti

The Incarnations of Vishnu
There are ten commonly known avatars of Vishnu. The Bhagavata Purana lists twenty-two and states that there are many more.
hinduism • vishnu • avatars • incarnations • bhagavata purana

National Archives Workshops for Genealogists
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) offers the public a comprehensive program of genealogical workshops and courses in its facilities nationwide.
workshops for genealogists • national archives genealogy courses • august genealogy courses • introduction to genealogy • researching census records

Japan's Tourist Attractions
Although expensive and rarely visited by budget travellers, Japan's urban centres offer glitzy nightlife and a door through which to explore the country's history.
emperor of japan • sumo wrestlers • yokozuna • sensoji temple • himeji castle

Where to Find 1890 US Census Substitutes
The 1890 US Federal Census was destroyed by fire. Census substitutes can help find ancestors - state and special censuses, voter rolls, land records, city directories.
1890 us census • us federal census records • state census • special census • land records

Developing an IRB
The Institutional Review Board is governed by the stipulations and guidelines contained in pertinent Federal regulations, as well as, the American Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles 9. Any policies adopted by the IRB committee may be changed or modified at regularly scheduled IRB meetings.
nova • institutional review board • references • apa • american psychological association

"Soldiers of the Nation"
Named in honor of the sacred buffalo who roamed the plains, these soldiers have done more than live up to their motto "Semper Leal" (Always Loyal).
buffalo soldiers • african american soldiers • buffalo soldier monument • 9th calvary • 10th calvary

The Rocky Road to Ratification - Part I
September is US Constitution month at Suite 101 and at the New Hampshire topic. Join me each week of September as I explore the issues and intrigues scattered on the rocky road to ratification!
ratification • keystone • us constitution • nh constitution • constitutional convention

The Rocky Road to Ratification - Part III
Political maneuvering and sensational attacks in the newspapers weren't invented by modern-day politicians. Join me to learn about New Hampshire's rocky road to ratification.
ratification • keystone • us constitution • nh constitution • constitutional convention

The Rocky Road to Ratification - Part IV
Join me on this final leg of the journey to discover how New Hampshire became the State that made a nation.
ratification • keystone • us constitution • nh constitution • constitutional convention

Use It All; Wear It Out; Make It Do; or Go Without!
During World War II Americans had to cope with food and other commodity shortages and long lines created by rationing.

Chapter 1: Arjuna's Sorrow - Verse 5,6 & 7
Duryodhana laments about the strength of his enemy.
gita • duryodhana • enemy

Staying at a Ryokan - The Japanese "Country Inn"
Staying at a Japanese ryokan, or traditional inn, offers better room rates, friendlier service, and a more interesting atmosphere. This article explains why you shouldn't be afraid to try it!
ryokan • ryokans • accomodations • inn • inns

A Visit to Kamakura Japan Outside Tokyo
Kamakura is only a short one hour train ride from Tokyo and worth the extra trip. It may not be as well known as Nara or Kyoto, but it has lots to lure visitors to Japan.
visit to kamakura • travel to japan • asian shrines and gardesn • tours outside tokyo • hase kannon shrine

Our Heroes
Where your ancestors American heroes? Brave Canadians? Here are a selection of resources that can help you find out, both on and off the internet.
medal of honor • purple heart • swarthout • swartout • genealogy

SEARCHING FOR DEATH RECORDS
Sites that will help you find the death date of an ancestor.
family trees • genealogy • ancestors • ancestor • death dates

The Bureau of Indian Affiars
The Bureau of Indian Affairs....your first thought in Native American research, and possibly one of your worst choices.
bureau of indian affairs • bia • rolls • census • indians

The Japanese Tradition of Hanami
In Japan, families and friends celebrate the coming of springtime by gathering in parks to appreciate the beauty of new cherry blossoms during hanami.
japanese tradition of hanami • hanami history • explanation of hanami • japanese spring flower-viewing • sakura blossoms

Tsuruhashi is Koreatown
Tsuruhashi in Osaka is Japan's largest Koreatown where kimchi is produced by the barrel and you can sidestep Japanese ettiquette.
tsuruhashi • japan • kimchi • kimchee • korea

Blindside :: "A Thought Crushed My Mind"
Blindside has hit the stands anew, this time around with an eleven-track CD called "A Thought Crushed My Mind." If you liked their first album, wait until you hear this.
blindside • nerve • a thought crushed my mind • solid state records • tooth & nail records

Find Ancestors - 1850, 1860, 1870 Federal Census
The 1850, 1860 & 1870 US Federal Census Records were first to list every person by name. Genealogical data includes age, birthplace, and clues to land records.
find ancestors • 1850 us federal census data • 1860 us federal census data • 1870 us federal census data • genealogical records

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