Friday, April 8, 2011

Is there a Black Sheep in your family?

People love stories about the "Black Sheep" in their family histories.  It's always fun to come across a ruffian or outlaw because if makes for an exciting story to tell about your ancestors.  But occasionally it's difficult to find the relatives who were "Black Sheep."  

Nobody wanted to admit their son, daughter, brother, father, etc. was a criminal or in an asylum.  But now, don't dismay!  The website www.blacksheepancestors.com is to the rescue.  It has got court records, execution records, and insane asylum records ready to be searched for United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and International.


Take a look and see if your family name is listed...you never know!