Woolum Family History and Genealogy

By: Dubrish, Douglas M.

Woolum Family History and Genealogy is an account of one family's journey across generations, tracing its roots from eighteenth-century Germany to the American frontier and beyond. Drawing on wills, land records, church registers, and historical sources, this book reconstructs the lives of the Woolum family within the broader story of American history.

Each chapter places individuals and families in the context of their times, exploring the economic conditions, political events, wars, frontier conflicts, climate, and technological changes that shaped daily life. From colonial settlements and the Revolutionary era to westward migration, the Civil War, and the transformation of rural communities, the narrative reveals how national events influenced the choices and experiences of ordinary families.

More than a genealogy, this work brings ancestors to life, portraying the challenges of farming, migration, marriage, and family life in the Appalachian region. Readers interested in family history, early American settlement, and the experience of past generations will find an engaging portrait of perseverance and heritage.

This book preserves the memory of the Woolum family for future generations while offering a window into the broader human story of endurance, faith, and the search for opportunity in a changing world.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GQ7597D1
• ISBN13: 9798224506705
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Douglas M. Dubrish
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"