Category Archives: Military

The Southerners who opposed the Civil War came from all social, economic and racial classes.  In East Tennessee many voted strongly against secession with the area being a hot bed for Union activity throughout the war.  The nature of the … Continue reading →

When most think about the American Revolution and what part their ancestor played in the war, most probably think of a patriot set on freeing America from the British.   But that is a misconception.  While, yes, there were many who … Continue reading →

Many researchers of the Byerley family have long confused the two Casper Byerley’s and at one time I was among them, believing that my ancestor first migrated to Pennsylvania and then on to South Carolina.  I ignored some important information … Continue reading →