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Month: November 2023

For Family History Research Ask What’s in Your Attic

Posted on November 24, 2023November 25, 2023 by Mike

You never know what treasures you might find tucked away in attics, closets, or other places. Faith Broadwater Seltzer discovered this firsthand when she stumbled upon a relative’s unclaimed insurance policy during a family history research course I teach at Cecil College. Faith and her classmates were in the computer lab exploring the rapidly growing…

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Keynote Speaker Discusses Richness of African American History at NAACP Banquet

Posted on November 23, 2023March 27, 2024 by Mike

I had the privilege of delivering the keynote address at the annual Cecil County Branch of the NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet on November 4, 2023. My speech focused on the richness of African American History and the invaluable contributions of earlier generations. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to learn about the past…

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