David Hughes
Argos Investigations
Owner/Manager
(925)405-2428
Currently accepting clients for...
- Family History Research
- Other Speciality
Family History Research
- Document Retrieval / Record Agent
- Family History Research
- Immigration / Naturalization
DNA
- Law Enforcement
Speaking/Presenting
- Family History Research
- Writing & Publishing
Writing/Publishing
- Author/Writer
Other Speciality
- Heir & Probate Search
- Mineral & Property Rights
Testimonials
"David Hughes is an outstanding investigator. In a career as a trial lawyer over more than a quarter of a century I have used a lot of investigators, I can say from personal experience that David Hughes as an investigator is as good as the very best in the field. Moreover when I asked him to help research the military careers of two long deceased Uncles, he showed he was an extra miler, by doing more than was required, providing detailed background on their distinguished service in the US Armed services. Further, he provided the forms and advice on how to actually obtain true copies of their records. I highly recommend his services he did an outstanding job on a difficult mission." - Dave R.
"In California, nearly 100% of family histories include family members who were involved in the Gold Rush in some fashion, and genealogical backgrounds require the ability to research mining history. Dave has consistently demonstrated persistence and knowledge in this arena, tracking down historic records to determine who, when and where, and puts this information into an easily readable format. He is a gifted writer, a thorough, knowledgeable and honest investigator, and I highly recommend his services." - Scott Harn, Editor, ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal
"I recently moved to a piece of property in the Sierra Nevada Foothills. I learned there used to be a gold mine on the property. David Hughes researched my land and the former gold mine. David provided a report that contained a copious amount of information about the mine and the people involved. He located historical information I never even imagined existed. He provided maps, copies of records and historical photographs. David reconstructed a time line for the property and the mine. The depth of the information he located and reported was quite amazing." - Darrell G., Auburn, CA
"David Hughes is an extremely competent genealogist, well trained and very knowledgeable about extracting details from sources of all kinds. Pleasant to work with, Dave shows great interest and enjoyment in the challenges involved with his work, and is willing to go the extra mile. Dave did an excellent job researching part of my family involving two continents over three generations, and presented us with beautifully organized and documented results. I highly recommend Dave for genealogy work." - Walter M., El Dorado Hills, CA
"David Hughes is an outstanding investigator. In a career as a trial lawyer over more than a quarter of a century I have used a lot of investigators, I can say from personal experience that David Hughes as an investigator is as good as the very best in the field. Moreover when I asked him to help research the military careers of two long deceased Uncles, he showed he was an extra miler, by doing more than was required, providing detailed background on their distinguished service in the US Armed services. Further, he provided the forms and advice on how to actually obtain true copies of their records. I highly recommend his services he did an outstanding job on a difficult mission." - Dave R.
"In California, nearly 100% of family histories include family members who were involved in the Gold Rush in some fashion, and genealogical backgrounds require the ability to research mining history. Dave has consistently demonstrated persistence and knowledge in this arena, tracking down historic records to determine who, when and where, and puts this information into an easily readable format. He is a gifted writer, a thorough, knowledgeable and honest investigator, and I highly recommend his services." - Scott Harn, Editor, ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal
"I recently moved to a piece of property in the Sierra Nevada Foothills. I learned there used to be a gold mine on the property. David Hughes researched my land and the former gold mine. David provided a report that contained a copious amount of information about the mine and the people involved. He located historical information I never even imagined existed. He provided maps, copies of records and historical photographs. David reconstructed a time line for the property and the mine. The depth of the information he located and reported was quite amazing." - Darrell G., Auburn, CA
"David Hughes is an extremely competent genealogist, well trained and very knowledgeable about extracting details from sources of all kinds. Pleasant to work with, Dave shows great interest and enjoyment in the challenges involved with his work, and is willing to go the extra mile. Dave did an excellent job researching part of my family involving two continents over three generations, and presented us with beautifully organized and documented results. I highly recommend Dave for genealogy work." - Walter M., El Dorado Hills, CA
Publications/Media
How to Research Prospecting Locations and Mining Claims," ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal, April 2020 (Vol. 89, No. 08). "Sixteen to One Gold Mine: Unique Challenges and Potential Rewards - Pt I," ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal, January 2020 (Vol. 89, No. 05). "Sixteen to One Gold Mine: Going Underground - Pt II," ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal, February 2020 (Vol. 89, No. 06).
How to Research Prospecting Locations and Mining Claims," ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal, April 2020 (Vol. 89, No. 08). "Sixteen to One Gold Mine: Unique Challenges and Potential Rewards - Pt I," ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal, January 2020 (Vol. 89, No. 05). "Sixteen to One Gold Mine: Going Underground - Pt II," ICMJ's Prospecting and Mining Journal, February 2020 (Vol. 89, No. 06).
Lectures
World War II Records - Substitutes," October 2019, El Dorado Hills Genealogy Society.
World War II Records - Substitutes," October 2019, El Dorado Hills Genealogy Society.
Repositories
California State Archives (Sacramento), El Dorado County Historical Society, Marshall Gold Discovery Park Library, Sacramento County Historical Society, Placer County Archives.
California State Archives (Sacramento), El Dorado County Historical Society, Marshall Gold Discovery Park Library, Sacramento County Historical Society, Placer County Archives.
Research Time Periods
- 21st Century
- 20th Century
- 19th Century
Languages
American English, British English
American English, British English
Certificates
Certificate in Genealogical Research (Boston University) Certificate in Intelligence Analysis (CA DOJ)
Certificate in Genealogical Research (Boston University) Certificate in Intelligence Analysis (CA DOJ)
Degrees
B.S. (Criminal Justice), M.S. (Emergency Services Administration)
B.S. (Criminal Justice), M.S. (Emergency Services Administration)