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Discover your Roots

Preserving Ancestral Legacies* Connecting Generations* Empowering* Descendants

​Every family carries a story worth remembering. At the Tan American Historical Association, we honor the lives, journeys, triumphs, and traditions of the families who shaped America. Each completed family-history project linked on this page represents decades—sometimes centuries—of perseverance, resilience, and cultural identity. These stories are more than records; they are powerful threads that bind generations together.

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Our Family Histories collection brings together carefully researched genealogical websites that highlight the lives of ancestors across regions and timelines.

 

Through documented lineages, historical analysis, photographs, maps, and curated narratives, each family website helps you:

  • Understand where your ancestors lived and how they contributed to their communities

  • Explore migration pathways, land records, military service, and cultural identity

  • Rediscover forgotten stories of courage, survival, and transformation

  • Strengthen your connection to your heritage through verified historical research

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This growing library is designed to educate and inspire—whether you are new to genealogy or continuing a lifelong dedication to ancestral research.

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Imagine being able to walk in the footsteps of your ancestors—seeing their stories come alive through professionally crafted family-history websites that are visually rich, historically accurate, and rooted in cultural truth. These histories not only preserve your lineage but empower future generations to:

  • Celebrate their identity with pride

  • Gain clarity about their ancestral roots

  • Pass down knowledge that might otherwise be lost

  • Build a legacy grounded in understanding and belonging

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Every completed family history represents a bridge between the past and the present—a gift that strengthens families for generations to come.

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Explore the family-history websites connected below and experience the depth of our work. Each link opens a gateway into a family’s unique journey.

 

As we continue to expand, more family histories will be added—ensuring that the stories of our ancestors remain accessible, respected, and alive for all who seek them.

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→ Visit the Completed Family History Websites

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Native American Genealogy

Discover your Indigenous roots with empowering Native American genealogy—learn your lineage, honor your ancestors, and reclaim your family’s history.

Clinton County, New York Family History

Darius Clark

Dora Clark

Darius Clark

Eliza Clark

Tan Americans of
Clinton County, New York 

Explore the Clinton County New York genealogies of these nine historic families and uncover the stories that continue to inspire:

The Crabtree, Clark, Danford, Elliott,  Hick(s), Haines, Soper, Tankard, and Wheeler. 

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Each lineage is presented through verified records, ancestral narratives, and detailed historical context—designed to help you understand their full journey from the county’s founding to modern day.

  • Organization Info:
    Tan American Historical Association | 501(c)(3) Nonprofit | EIN #

  • Quick Links: About | Clinton County Families | Indigenous Genealogy | Events | Donate

  • Location: Clinton County, NY (with mailing address if available)

  • Social Links: Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest

  • Legal: Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Accessibility Statement

Mission Statement: 

 

The Tan American Historical Association is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing the stories of Tan American families, with a special focus on Clinton County, New York, and their Indigenous connections. We safeguard documents, photographs, and oral traditions to ensure history is accessible for future generations.

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