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US Virgin Islands History
V is for Virgin Islands, A New Children’s Book by Lavelle L. Peters
Congratulations to Lavelle, a beautiful Virgin Islander who has just published her first book! I heard her interview with Petter […]
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A Beretta Family Presentation Given at the Caribbean Genealogy Library
A Presentation by Dr. Dante Beretta Dr. Beretta and I share a passion for family history! He has written several […]
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A Taste of Virgin Islands Cuisine
Virgin Islands cuisine, cakes, tarts and sweet desserts, Photo by © Ronald R. Walker Love the cuisine in the Virgin […]
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The History of the Reef Bay Estate House in St. John by Charles E. Hatch, Jr. ~ 1969
The History of the Reef Bay Estate House So much of St. John’s history has been lost over time. The […]
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Fun Memories of Frenchtown by Larry Gumbs
Fun Memories of Frenchtown by Larry Gumbs If you love the sea and the vessels that sail upon it, then […]
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The Island Wedding of the Century, Miss Leah Sasso and Mr. William Stevens Tie the Knot ~ 1955
The Island Wedding of the Century! Leah Sasso and Bill Stevens The island of St. Thomas was and still is […]
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Hope for Happier Days in St. Thomas ~ 1922
This little poem was found in the old newspapers at a time when the arrival of a new governor gave […]
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Now, A Poem by Antonio Jarvis ~ 1920s
View of St. Thomas, Danish West Indies, later the US Virgin Islands Antonio Jarvis wrote many beautiful poems and […]
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75 Acres of Denis Bay Estate on St. John For Sale ~ 1920s
Denis Bay Dennis Bay, situated on the northern end of St. John, has a beautiful, sandy beach. A long time ago, […]
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Pretty Dock Scene Print for Sale of the Virgin Islands
Pretty Dock Scene Hundreds of artists have been captivated by the natural beauty of the Virgin Islands. Some artists we […]
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Cruz Bay, From Conquest to Exploitation, A Forgotten History by David W. Knight Sr.
St. John, US Virgin Islands Cruz Bay, From Conquest to Exploitation A Forgotten History by David W. Knight Sr. For […]
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Where Denmark’s Son’s are Sleeping, A Peom by C.M. Conrad ~ 1922
Where Denmark’s Son’s are Sleeping By C.M. Conrad The western sun is sinking low in clouds of gold and crimson, […]
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Carnival Time in the Virgin islands ~ 1958
Carnival Time Carnival time is a festive time in the Virgin islands! Thousands visit the islands to celebrate its history […]
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Saint Thomas, A Poem by Edwin W. Pope ~ 1920s
Saint Thomas A beautiful poem By Edwin W. Pope In the center of these, our Antilles Ever fanned by the […]
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The Virgin Islands are Really Dead! ~ 1945
A Postcard Home During War Times “Dearest Mom and Dad, Just a card to let you know that I’m still […]
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Jewish Soldier, Stationed in St. Thomas, Writes Interesting Letter Home ~ 1942
Auctioned Items Available An archive of seven letters, written between October 10 and December 26, 1942, by a Jewish soldier […]
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Charles Lindbergh, The Flier with the Eagle Eye ~ 1928
Colonel Charles Lindbergh It was a landmark occasion when the infamous aviator, Charles Lindbergh touched down on the western end of […]
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How Fort Christian Became a National Registered Landmark ~ 1977
Fort Christian Under Governor Cyril King, Fort Christian became certified as a National Historic Landmark ~ 1977 He officially accepted […]
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Having a Lovely Time at Caneel Bay ~ 1985
Caneel Bay 1985 “We’re having a great time! This place is surely a tropical paradise. Today, we’re going to explore […]
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How the People of Frenchtown Honor their Heritage
Frenchtown Descendants Many of the ancestors of the small colony of French descendants that occupy the outskirts of Charlotte Amalie […]
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Pictures from the St. John July 4th Parade ~ 2019
The St. John July 4th Parade Shop VI History!
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What’s Inside the Mystery Cave at John Brewers Bay ~ 1929
John Brewer’s Bay The cave set high above the Estate of John Brewers Bay on the Western end of St. […]
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The Little Sloop, SORA Sails to the US Virgin Islands ~ 1942
The Sloop, Sora This little yacht arrived at the Creque Marine Railway for service in 1942. She was a pretty […]
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Vintage St. Croix Photographs ~ 1963
St. Croix Photographs
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