Thanks for introducing us to the story of your ancestor Richard Lang. I know exactly what you mean about being drawn to one particular ancestor for no apparent reason. That “pull” is hard to ignore. I am looking forward to hearing more about Richard and his exploits.
This is a great story that you've built here Jane. I'm looking forward to reading more about Richard. Hopefully one day, you will solve the mystery of exactly where he fits into your family.
Thank you, Jennifer. I find him an interesting character. I would like to figure out my connection to him. I have found that the DNA can only take me so far. What I need is more documentary evidence. I am hoping that by telling his story, someone may know something I don't and alert me to it.
I appreciate how thoughtfully you acknowledge the complexities and gaps in the evidence while still weaving a vivid, historically grounded portrait of Richard Lang’s early life. It's clear how much care you put into handling secondary sources critically without losing sight of the human dimension behind the records. Well done!
Thanks for introducing us to the story of your ancestor Richard Lang. I know exactly what you mean about being drawn to one particular ancestor for no apparent reason. That “pull” is hard to ignore. I am looking forward to hearing more about Richard and his exploits.
This is a great story that you've built here Jane. I'm looking forward to reading more about Richard. Hopefully one day, you will solve the mystery of exactly where he fits into your family.
Thank you, Jennifer. I find him an interesting character. I would like to figure out my connection to him. I have found that the DNA can only take me so far. What I need is more documentary evidence. I am hoping that by telling his story, someone may know something I don't and alert me to it.
Thanks Barbara. I sort of get a Buzz out of pulling together a lot of stuff into some sort of shape.
Fascinating, Jane. I'm in awe of your ability to make sense of these records.
I appreciate how thoughtfully you acknowledge the complexities and gaps in the evidence while still weaving a vivid, historically grounded portrait of Richard Lang’s early life. It's clear how much care you put into handling secondary sources critically without losing sight of the human dimension behind the records. Well done!
Thank you. I appreciate your comments. I hope I can keep that up for the rest of the series.