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Philadelphia - Historical Society of Pennsylvania

Season 2 Episode 5 | 53m 40s

One woman’s ancestor may have sparked historic labor laws; a pastor may have an outlaw in her family tree; a woman learns about slave genealogy and – with the help of DNA testing – gets the answer she has waited for; and another woman learns her ancestor may have helped others escape the Holocaust.

Aired: 02/16/15 | Expires: 03/19/15
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Examine a family genealogical web that has captivated the Roadshow team for years.
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Don’t forget these valuable records in your search.
Get hints on deciphering your ancestors’ information.
How can voter rolls and church records reveal ancestors?
LA’s iconic Schwab’s Pharmacy became the hot spot for Hollywood elite.
Research family stories involving the Holocaust, WWI, Amish ties, whaling and pasta.
Inspire your students to learn about history and genealogy.
Learn why military draft records had clipped corners.
Keep your family treasures safe for future generations.
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