Gallery of Western Nebraska’s People

William Maupin and Family

143 full page photographs of families, couples, group photographs, individual people, and homesteads found within the manuscript History Of Western Nebraska & It’s People, Volume 3.

Biographies of Western Nebraska

History of Western Nebraska and its People

A historical overview of western Nebraska and its pioneer settlers, this volume highlights the men who helped build counties across the Nebraska Panhandle, including Cheyenne, Box Butte, Deuel, Garden, Sioux, Kimball, Morrill, Sheridan, Scotts Bluff, Banner, and Dawes. It also points readers to biographies, history volumes, and a gallery of 143 photographs.

Baldwin County Georgia Marriages 1806-1850

This index compiles 1,352 Baldwin County, Georgia marriage records from court documents covering 1806 to 1850. It lists groom, bride, and marriage date entries in chronological order, offering a valuable genealogical resource for tracing family history, local relationships, and early county residents across more than four decades.

Biographical Sketch of A. J. McKinnon

A. J. McKinnon, born in 1866 in Page County, Iowa, has resided in Harney County since 1886, with brief interruptions. He operated a blacksmith shop in Burns before being elected sheriff in June 1896 on the Democratic ticket. McKinnon has proven to be a capable and efficient officer, earning general satisfaction in his role. He is also active in fraternal organizations, including the Masons, Knights of Pythias, and Odd Fellows.

Henry A. McKinnon

1st Lt. Henry A. McKinnon served in Battery A of the 113th Regiment, 30th Division, during World War I. Born in Robeson County to A. J. and Jennie L. McKinnon, he enlisted on July 24, 1917, and was trained at Camp Sevier before deploying to France on May 11, 1918. He achieved the ranks of Sergeant, 2nd Lieutenant, and 1st Lieutenant during his service. After returning to the U.S. as an artillery instructor, he was mustered out on December 19, 1918, at Camp Kearney, California.

Hal A. McKinnon

Hal A. McKinnon was born on November 4, 1891, in Moore County, the son of D. C. McKinnon. He joined the military service on July 22, 1918, in Carthage, North Carolina. His training included time at Camp Hancock in Georgia and Camp Merritt in New Jersey, before being transferred to Camp Lee, Virginia, where he was mustered out on June 10, 1919.

Rough Riders

Rough Riders

The compiled military service records of 1,235 Rough Riders, including Theodore Roosevelt, have been digitized. Each record features individual jackets detailing the soldier’s name, organization, rank, and medical records. The records also contain personal information and documentation descriptions. Discharges occurred for various reasons, such as age, ability, discipline issues, or hardship. This initiative provides significant insights into the personnel of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry during the Spanish-American War.