The first time I was shown the grave-sites of my great-great grandmother Amelia Marcus, and my great-grandfather’s first wife, Mary Eliza, I was pleasantly surprised of the upkeep, and the poetry which was written on the tombstones. The lyrics told me about the love and dedication that my great-grandfather August Bough felt towards his mother,…… Continue reading Tombstone Tuesday-Amelia Marcus
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Sarahs Journey to Freedom
On today’s journey, I decided to take a look at Sarah Beaudhuy’s (1773/1774 – 1868) Free Person of Color status. Although Sarah Beaudhuy was listed on the “Register of Free Inhabitants Living in the Town of Christiansted, 1794-1811”, I was curious about how long was Sarah in slavery. What was the reason she was…… Continue reading Sarahs Journey to Freedom
Maritime Monday
Discovering my 3rd Great Uncle Harold Bough (1855-1941) who was a Wardroom Steward began with a 1932 St. Croix Tribute Newspaper Article that was given to me from a Researcher/Family Historian. The article enlighten me to Harold Bough historic military service. His service included sailing around the world twice. Harold had served 24 years in…… Continue reading Maritime Monday
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