New Publication: Duty, Family, Perseverance: The Story of William Watson. Follow the inspiring life of an English immigrant who endured debilitating illness, family crisis, and a lifetime of dirty, exhausting mill work, while struggling to care for his family and realize the promise of America.

William Watson represents many nineteenth century immigrants who with faith, guts, and hard work survived hardship, served their country, and helped to build the nation.This biography illuminates life in the New England mill town of Conway, Massachusetts, and is an example of how history is often made up of the courage and determination of ordinary people.

The book includes a genealogical summary of William Watson, Maria Silcox, and their descendants, as well as color photographs, document images, and an index. Other Conway, Massachusetts residents are mentioned.

To order, click here or go to www.lulu.com . Free bonus with your order! When you email me your receipt to ann@familypicturesgenealogy.com , I will send you a free hand-drawn, full color map of William Watson's Conway, a nice complement to the book which shows important places in William's life.