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I’m hopeful this ebook will give you plenty of food for thought as you continue your genealogy adventures. Genealogy Helps, Volume 10, brings together a wide range of topics that encourage you to look deeper into your family history and explore new paths you may not have considered before. Inside, you will find material on Mathew Brady’s work during the Civil War, the story of Plymouth Rock, and the reasons you should take the time to record the job you are doing. You will learn about the different kinds of libraries that support genealogical research, along with several time-saving tips that help you stay organized and productive.
This volume includes guidance on making the most of a trip to your ancestral homeland, as well as stories from history such as the Spitfire aircraft, the role of British women during World War II, and how Martin Luther King Jr Day became a federal holiday. You will discover unusual records like the genealogy of blue people, and you will learn how cluster research can reveal hidden ancestors. There is also material on Scots-Irish research, older sources for family photos, and the history of the 761st Tank Battalion.
You will find articles that explore reading history to understand better the world your ancestors lived in, along with a resource guide for Canadian genealogy. There are accounts of the American doughboys, new ways to uncover maiden names, and insight into the Order of the Crown of Charlemagne in America. This volume also includes a review of Stories of Ipswich, an overview of Japanese American internment and relocation records, and an explanation of how PERSI can strengthen your research. You will learn how to preserve the stories behind your family heirlooms, the background of the Fourth of July, and how negative evidence can help prove connections in your tree.
Other topics include a look at Quaker history and how to find Quaker ancestors, an introduction to DNA as a tool for uncovering deeper family history, and guidance on researching African American family history before 1870. You will also find methods for locating Cherokee ancestors beyond the Dawes Rolls, as well as tips for tracing World War I military service.
There is much more within these pages. Genealogy Helps, Volume 10, invites you to expand your research skills and continue building the story of your family with care and curiosity.
