Are you looking for your Scottish ancestors and don't know where to start? Here are six websites with plenty of information on Scottish genealogy for you.
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Double Dating in Genealogy
Did you know that there was a change in our calendar in 1752? There was, and it changed the way things were dated. Quaker records make identifying the right dates more confusing. Here’s how to figure...
When to Hire a Professional Genealogist
Are you at the point in your research where you have looked at all the record sources you can find and feel like you're at a roadblock?
The Secrets of the 1840 Census, Revealed
Have you explored the 1840 U.S. federal census in your genealogy research? If not, you should. Here is a list of amazing family history information it contains.
5 Genealogy Research Time-Management Tips
Do you find it difficult to stop doing genealogy research once you get started? Here are 5 time management techniques to help you control your research time?
Social Security Death Benefit Records
Have you tried searching the Social Security Death Benefit Index during your genealogy research? If not, now's the time to get started. Here's how to use it.
A Review of Old Fulton Postcards
Old Fulton Postcards is a wonderful and little-known site for genealogical research for people with New York connections. The site is totally free, which makes it even better. It contains over 23...
The War of 1812 and the Indian Wars: A Double Conflict
The War of 1812 was going on at the same time as the southern Indian Wars. The government classifies both as the same conflict in service records. Here's why.
Techniques for Finding Your Ancestor’s Home or Land
Why should you look for your ancestor's home or land in your genealogy research? There are many good reasons. Here's why and how you can locate their residence.
Civil War Medical Cards: Using Them to Research Your Union Ancestors
Have you ever heard of the Union medical card collection? It is an invaluable and little-known resource for Civil War genealogy research. In this article, I’ll explain how to use it.