Researching your colonial War Ancestors
in Pennsylvania

A session in the Pennsylvania Chapter Third Tuesday Zoom programs
Tuesday April 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST
Free and open to all PalAm members. 

Participation in local militia units constituted a significant aspect of your ancestors’ lives. These militias were essential for communal defense and fostered unity among families during periods of crisis. Various armed conflicts in Pennsylvania, such as King George’s War, the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, and the Whiskey Rebellion, were pivotal events during this time. Documentation pertaining to your Colonial War ancestor can be found in muster rolls, service records, militia lists, pension records, and bounty land records.

Michael L. Strauss, AG®, is a well-regarded professional genealogist and military historian with a Bachelor’s degree in history. His expertise is recognized in the judicial systems of New York, New Jersy, Pennsylvania and Virginia, where he has provided testimony as an expert witness. In addition to his courtroom experience, Michael has presented lectures at numerous universities, conferences, and institutes. He has authored several publications, including peer-review journal articles, public history writing, blogs, and book reviews demonstrating his extensive understanding of military history.

Register here to join us for this program. If you have a question that you want to ask, feel free to email us in advance at info@pennpalam.org or pennsylvaniapalatines@gmail.com.