By shelley dewese
With over 40 years in the Virgin Islands, I am a New Yorker with deep roots in the Danish West Indies, researching surnames Bough, Beaudhuy, and Gasper. Uncovering my history has revealed unknown aspects of my ancestry, shaping my present identity. I find joy in sharing stories and connecting with others.
As a transcriptionist researcher, I compiled the digitized St. Croix Population Database, drawing from Danish, American, and Virgin Islands archives. I am a proud member of organizations like the Society of Virgin Islands Historian, Friends of Denmark and Ujima Genealogy Research Group.
My dream of exploring Danish West Indies ancestors became a reality through the St. Croix Population Database and access to collections at the St. Croix Landmarks Society. I recently launched the VI Headline Rewinds podcast, delving into vintage Virgin Islands newspapers.
I appreciate the support of collaborators and followers. For assistance with Danish West Indies genealogy, feel free to reach out via email. its.sheldew@gmail.com
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Nice…thanks for the posting this time of year.. Quelbe made for good nostalgic music in BVI a few weeks ago. Don’t remember the name of the band from St. Croix though.
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Thank you so much for adding some island flavor to the blog caroling play-list again this year! Here’s wishing you and yours have a blessed Christmas and a safe and happy New Year!
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Many returns to you and your friends an family. Thank you for your encouragement it means a lot.
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