Illinois Genealogy is being developed as a genealogical and historical resource for your personal use. It contains information and records for Illinois ancestry, family history, and genealogy. Specifically, it provides sources for birth records, death records, marriage records, census records, tax records, court records, and military records. It also provides some historical details about different times and people in Illinois history.
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Families of Cherry Valley, Illinois
These new articles provide historical and genealogical sketches of many early families of Cherry Valley, Winnebago County, Illinois.
Illinois Obituaries
Obituaries provided from our readers
Biographies of Champaign County, Illinois
The 475 biographies from this section were extracted from the Standard History of Champaign County, Illinois written by J. R. Stewart. They are a cross reference of the residents of Champaign County, and most were alive during 1918.
Histories of Illinois Civil War Regiments and Units
The following histories of Illinois Civil War regiments and units originate from the first eight volumes of the nine volume publication, Report of the Adjutant General of the State of Illinois (1900-1902). The histories, some written shortly after the war’s end, are the work of numerous authors throughout the intervening years. The 1886 version of the Adjutant General’s Report included regimental histories compiled by that office which had not previously been published. The final 1900-1902 republication of the report incorporated revisions and corrections to the histories.
Portrait and biographical record of Lee County, Illinois
The “Portrait and Biographical Album of Lee County, Illinois,” created in the late 19th century, stands as a remarkable compendium of personal histories, reflecting the lives and legacies of individuals who contributed to the development of Lee County. This volume, meticulously compiled by the Biographical Publishing Company, offers a unique lens through which genealogists and historians can explore the intricate fabric of the past. As you delve into this collection, it’s essential to approach the information with both appreciation and a critical eye, recognizing its dual role as a primary and secondary source.
Morgan County Illinois Biographical Sketches
- Albyn Lincoln Adams, M. D.
- Rev. Peter Akers
- John T. Alexander
- Walter H. Allyn M.D. and Paul Allyn, M.D.
- James S Anderson
- M. F. Andre
- Firm of Andre & Andre
- Joseph R. Askew, M.D.
- John Allen Ayers
- Marshall Paul Ayers
Neighboring States
The following states neighbor Illinois and are not listed in the Great Lakes Genealogy list below.
Great Lakes Genealogy
DeKalb County IL Professional License Registers
Biography of Jonathan Depuy (1816-1891)
Biography of Richard S. Farrand of Dixon
Biography of George W. Hulbert of Bradford Township
Biography of Hugh Fitzpatrick of May Township
Biography of Christian B. Classen of South Dixon Township
Biography of Isaac Edwards (1828–1890)
Biography of Ebenezer H. Johnson (1810-1885)
Ebenezer H. Johnson (1810–1885) was a significant pioneer of Palmyra Township, Illinois, and played a prominent role in the early development of Lee County. Born in Bainbridge, Chenango County, New York, he moved to Illinois in 1838, shortly after marrying Sarah Johnson. A successful farmer and influential community member, Johnson owned substantial property and was actively involved in local politics, serving as Township Supervisor and holding various other offices. A devoted Republican and Methodist, he and Sarah had seven children, five of whom survived into adulthood. Johnson’s life is deeply intertwined with the history and growth of his township. Ebenezer…