Ray Johnson
Ray Johnson is an author and former criminal investigator from DuPage County, Illinois. Ray started his own historical research company in 2005, www.historycop.com , and is currently the Chicago Area Representative for the Association of Professional Genealogists. He has taught college level classes in criminal justice and lectures/teaches on genealogical and historical research. Ray has been a life-long fan of Chicago area history and has used his investigative and research skills to uncover new information on Chicago history, folklore and legends. His first book, "Chicago's Haunt Detective" was published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd. and was released in July 2011.
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Bachelors in Science Degree in Marketing and Entrepreneurial Studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Police Training Institute (PTI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana/ChampaignInterests
Chicago history, genealogy, investigative journalism, folklore, urban legends, ghost stories, law enforcement, criminal investigationMotto
The past is the best predictor of the future.Affiliations
Association of Professional Genealogists, Chicago Area Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, Ray Johnson's Historical and Genealogical Research, Haunt Detective, Schiffer Publishing Ltd.Favorites
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