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Resource Links
National Archives - Resources For Genealogists
This National Archives portal is designed specifically with the genealogy researcher in mind. A host of secondary links and a search menu makes this a convenient jumping off spot for certain records. The full NARA website is directly accessible from this site.
Pendleton County Historical Society (WV)
The Pendleton County Historical Society is located in Franklin, West Virginia. The website maintains a web store with some excellent books on the history of the region and they are reasonably priced.
Pennsylvania Counties Map
Possibly one of the best map tools on the web for getting a better understanding of the counties of Pennsylvania and the townships and boroughs within each county. The township and Boroughs map is an up-to-date road map with topography map overlay. A good addition to other electronic maps when planning a genealogy trip to research immigrant ancestors.
Resources Involving the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, & Civil War.
Website for the American Battlefield Trust. Click on their website Learn tab to access sites that provide a huge scope of information that can help complete a research project involving wartime.
Rockbridge Historical Society
The link is for the Society's home page and from there many resources are at your fingertips regarding the rich history of Rockbridge County, Virginia and its many villages and towns. The website also has an online store which has maps for sale to aid the genealogist or historian.
Rockingham County / Harrisonburg Historical Society
Established in 1898 as the Rockingham County Historical Society, our mission has always been to preserve and share the stories of the area and its people, highlighting their influences on our shared past. The work of our staff and volunteers and support from our community of trustees, members, and donors help ensure that the rich histories of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County are accessible, vibrant, and meaningful to all.
Rockingham County Virginia Tombstones By Cemetery
The website lists the cemeteries of Rockingham County and accessing the cemetery site will provide the location, notes, survey dates and lists of those buried there. This is the most inclusive website I have found for Rockingham County cemeteries.
Sanborn Maps-Library of Congress
The is a collection of maps compiled from the late 19th century into the early 20th century by the Sanborn Fire Insurance Company. They have information not found on any other maps. Archived by the Library of Congress, these maps can prove invaluable when researching business locations and the evolution of businesses in towns and cities. All information is color-coded and the researcher can even determine what material the building walls were made of.