India’s colonial past under British rule is a significant chapter in its history and a treasure trove for those seeking to trace their ancestry. The British were meticulous record-keepers, and much...
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British and American Coats of Arms
This is an index encompassing a wealth of heraldic information detailing the crests, coats of arms, mottoes, and lineages of approximately 137,000 individuals. The collection ranges from richly...
Notable British Family Histories, 1600s-1900s
Burke’s indexes are a treasure trove of English genealogy, spread across eleven volumes. These volumes are packed with intricate lineages of notable British families, many of which have ties to...
Irish and British Immigrants to America, 1870-1872 Vol. 2
Remember the following information:This index reveals new details about approximately 171,200 immigrants. It primarily focuses on Irish and British passengers but also includes references to...
Tips for Researching British Ancestors
Do you have British ancestry? Are you not sure, but suspect you might? Here's how to find them, and how to research them in England once you find them here.
The Contribution of British Women in WWII
It was a war in which huge numbers of women were conscripted to work in industries which had previously been the sole domain of men.
FREE Access to British & Irish Records Between June 22-26 (FindMyPast)
Free access will begin at 4am (EDT) on June 22 and end at 6.59pm (EDT) on June 26 During this time you can enjoy over 1.1 billion of Findmypast’s British and Irish records completely free...
What Can the British College of Arms Do for You?
The British College of Arms is a little used but highly important and rich resource for genealogical information for people with British ancestors. Here's what they can do for you.
In Search of Your British & Irish Roots
Genealogy Book Club Recommendation: Whether you conduct your research in person or by mail, this celebrated manual–now in its Fourth Edition–will guide you in finding your ancestors in...
Loyalists in the American Revolution
American colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown were known as loyalists. Loyalists, also called "Tories," made up about one-third of the population in colonial America. The thirteen...
The Impact of Partition on Genealogical Research
The Partition of India in 1947 was one of the most transformative and tragic events in South Asian history. It marked the division of British India into two independent dominions—India and Pakistan...
Navigating Language Barriers in Indian Genealogy
India’s rich linguistic diversity is both a cultural treasure and a challenge for genealogical research. With over 20 officially recognized languages and countless regional dialects, navigating...
Genealogical Tools: Resources for Indian Ancestry Research
Tracing Indian ancestry can be a rewarding but complex task, especially given the diversity of the country and its many sources of historical records. The key to success lies in using the right tools...
Oral Histories: Preserving Family Stories in India
India is a land of rich oral traditions, where stories, myths, and family histories are often passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth. These oral histories have been the foundation...
The Indian Diaspora: Tracing Indentured Labor and Migration
The story of the Indian diaspora is one of both hardship and resilience. During British colonial rule, millions of Indians were sent abroad as indentured laborers, forming a global network that...