Albany
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Fort Orange
Growing up, I was always told that my mother’s mother was part Dutch. Nobody knew any names or details associated with this supposed Dutch ancestry, but this family lore was passed down and accepted as fact. Years later, I started delving into genealogy, focused on learning about my English and German roots, and also exploring Continue reading
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Albany
I once read an astute observation that most Americans think of Vietnam as an era rather than as a country. By that same token, I think most New Yorkers tend to think of Albany as a grievance rather than as a city. “Albany? That’s where all my tax money goes!” I have passed through Albany Continue reading
About Me

Researcher. Marketer. Teacher. Father of adult children and dogs. 20th Century holdover. Central New York native. Long-suffering Buffalo Bills fan. History nerd. Traveler. Vintage advertising enthusiast. Hat wearer.