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My Journey into Genealogy
I began my journey into genealogical research over 27 years ago when health issues related to Crohn’s disease and other health issues kept me homebound for an extended period. Trapped within the confines of my home, I decided to use this opportunity to delve into my unique family name and explore the generations that preceded me.
Over the years, my approach to gathering family history data has been both rigorous and multi-faceted. I’ve amassed an extensive collection of books, devoted countless hours to library research, and utilized digital resources, including specialized genealogy software. Now, equipped with hundreds of volumes and many digital files, I am passionate about sharing this accumulated wisdom and records with fellow genealogy enthusiasts.
In the early days of the internet, with platforms like America Online offering new ways to connect, I discovered that my quest was not solitary. Initially, my goal was straightforward: to keep my family informed about our historical discoveries. However, I quickly became inundated with inquiries from relatives and strangers, underscoring the widespread fascination with family history.
This overwhelming interest led to the founding of Ancestral Findings on December 15, 1995. Originally, the site offered free lookups, and within just a few months, I received over 1,000 requests—a number that has only grown, now reaching into the thousands each month. It’s incredibly fulfilling to witness the shared enthusiasm for familial knowledge.
Ancestral Findings is a family endeavor, managed by myself and supported by my wife, who assists with the lookups. We offer resources, including free lookups, for those who may not have the means to invest in expensive genealogical research. While financial contributions are always welcome and help maintain the platform, they are entirely optional.
So, if you’re eager to confirm facts you’ve gathered or are curious to learn even more about your ancestors, Ancestral Findings offers the resources to do just that. Through our platform, you can discover information about your family members that may have seemed lost to history, breathing new life into your genealogical quest.
Ancestral Findings remains a vibrant and resourceful platform thanks to your engagement and contributions. Please contribute and help keep this journey of discovery alive. Every bit of support is immensely valued!
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