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Sep 14
Oaths of Allegiance During the American Revolution
During the American Revolution, the Second Continental Congress required oaths of allegiance from all personnel serving in the Continental Army and Navy. The requirement of swearing or affirming loyalty to the newly formed United States was then extended to all free men. For genealogists, locating an ancestor’s oath can help provide proof of patriotic service. …
Aug 25
2026-27 Program Schedule
Members and Friends of the Oakland County Genealogical Society, With the start of the 2026-2027 Membership year, we are excited to share this year’s schedule (some months are still in development) and to thank you for being part of last year’s programs. Thank you to those who came in person so we could meet you …
Aug 06
Before Lewis and Clark, an Early Michigan Blacksmith Went West
The handout for this meeting is available to members in the member area of our website. The handout is 6 pages; we will *not* have printed copies at the meeting next Tuesday. Please download and print a copy for yourself before the meeting. More than 60 years before Lewis and Clark began their famous expedition, …
Jul 21
Acorns to Oaks Volume 47 Issue 3
The newest issue of Acorns to Oaks is available on our website and will be emailed to members. Members may download either a viewable or printable issue now here: https://ocgsmi.org/our-quarterly-acorns-to-oaks/
Jun 12
Acorns to Oaks Article Deadline is Approaching
A reminder that the deadline for Acorns to Oaks is July 1. There is time to prepare your articles, updates, and genealogical related information with Jay, our editor. He will help if you need it as you write! email to: qeditor@ocgsmi.org. Thanks!
May 22
Why Should I Look at Revolutionary War Pension Records
The elevator is back in service. Pension records are an invaluable source for learning more about your Revolutionary War ancestor, his family, military unit, and fellow servicemen. Discover how to access these rich files and what family history information could await. The location is the Bloomfield Township Library, 1099 Lone Pine Rd., Bloomfield Township, MI …
Mar 29
Women in the Revolution: Women At War 1775-1783 Could You? Should You? Would You?
April 7 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 p.m. No charge, join us in person at the Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Rd., Bloomfield Township, MI 49032 April 7, 2026 – Megan Heyl – Women in the Revolution: Women At War 1775-1783 Could You? Should You? Would You? The roles that women …
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