7 - 2009 - Genealogy Tip of the Day

Before 1922, most women derived citizenship from their husband or their father. Before women had the right to vote, citizenship was not as critical as one may think. Women in many states could own property whether or not they were a citizen. Few women before 1922 bothered to naturalize. ———————————— Check out GenealogyBank’s Offer for Tip of the Day Fans!