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The Dangers of Being Careless on Citing Resources in Your Genealogy Research
It is just as important to cite your genealogy sources correctly as it is to cite them at all. Here's what can happen if you're careless with your sources.
Women in the Civil War
Did you know women played a large and important roles in the Civil War? They did. And it wasn't just by keeping the home fires burning. They were real soldiers.
Who’s Who in the American Revolution: Margaret Corbin
Margaret Corbin is not a name most associated with the American Revolution, but she played a very important and unique role in it. Here is her story.
3 Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Census Research
Have you used the census in your genealogy? Even if you have, go back & look at it again. It has a lot to reveal. Here are 3 ways to get the most out of it.
Using Negative Evidence to Prove Relationships in Genealogy
What is negative evidence, and how can it help you break through brick walls in genealogy research? Using negative evidence in the absence of identifying records is a powerful research technique...
What to Do if Your Genealogy Research Isn’t Getting Any Results
Is one of your genealogy lines giving you a hassle? Not every genealogical line is easy to research, but most of them can become productive. Here's how.
The Biggest Genealogy Research Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
Don't let your genealogy research be incorrect. Make sure your genealogy is as true as it can be. Here are the 3 biggest genealogy mistakes and how to avoid them.
Who’s Who in the American Revolution: Nathan Hale
Who was Nathan Hale? His last words are famous even today, but what else did he do for the revolutionary cause? Here is his remarkable story.
Why I Love Genealogy (And You Should, Too!)
Why I Love Genealogy (And You Should, Too!) Here are all of the many, wonderful reasons why.