My “A Second Look” project has moved on to the 1840 United States Federal Census for Josiah Askew II.

My “A Second Look” project is still ongoing.  My focus has now moved from my paternal grandfather, Lish Askew, to Josiah Askew II.

When you go digging, sometimes you can unearth the unexpected.  I was NOT expecting this find. I’ve decided to not only take a second look at George Askew, but everyone that I have in my family tree so far.  I … Continue reading →

After months of almost non-stop research to the point of dreaming about research, I finally found sufficient evidence (by my standards) of Josiah Askew, Sr.’s role in the American Revolution.

Why is it that when someone dies, there’s always some kind of drama that the deceased unintentionally leaves behind?  Or maybe, it IS intentional?