Leafing Through History: Oak Park, Forest Park, and the Eastland

Key Highlights of Episode 49:

Eastland News Update: An intriguing update from a relative of coroner Peter Hoffman.
RootsTech 2024: The upcoming world's largest genealogy conference is right around the corner.
Genealogy as a Swiss Army Knife: Explore the multifaceted tools of genealogy, from DNA analysis to historical research, and how they've helped me piece together my family's past.
Deep Dive into Oak Park: I share stories from Oak Park, Illinois, and its connection to the Eastland disaster.
A Look at Forest Park, Illinois: I explore the unique history and vibe of Forest Park, including its large cemeteries and connection to the Eastland disaster.
Highlighting Individual Stories: This episode features the tragic tales of Earl Dawson, Matthew Bonga, and Gertrude Stork whose lives were cut short by the disaster.
What do the Ziegfeld Follies and the Florodora Girls have to do with the Eastland Disaster? You'll have to tune in!

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