Welcome.
I am Michael L. Strauss, MA, AG®, AGL™, a military historian and professional genealogist. My research expertise is recognized in the judicial systems of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, where I serve as an expert witness in kinship determinations and forensic estate investigations. Beyond my courtroom work, I lecture widely at universities, conferences, and educational institutes across the country. I hold a B.A. in History from Shepherd University, specializing in the American Civil War, and an M.A. in History from the University of Massachusetts Boston with a concentration in military history. My master’s thesis, Ever Under Steam: The Revenue Cutter Service in the Spanish-American War, explores the predecessor organization of the United States Coast Guard, formally established in 1915. My publications include books, edited volumes, peer-reviewed journal articles, public history writings, blogs, and book reviews, reflecting a sustained commitment to scholarship in military history and genealogy, where the two connect.
I am available for academic research, including probate investigation and consultation. I can be reached at mlstrauss@genealogyresearchnetwork.com.
As an Accredited Genealogist with the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists and a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, I strictly adhere to the standards and guidelines established by both organizations. The website is regularly updated to include lectures and conferences I attend and present at in support of my academic aspirations.