Do you have Scots-Irish ancestors, or think you might? Here's what you need to know about this unique cultural group and its history in the UK, Ireland, and America.
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The Years Without Christmas: Puritans Against the Holiday in Colonial New England
The Puritans who colonized Massachusetts banned Christmas. This ban was in place for decades, and contempt for Christmas lasted a lot longer. Here's why.
Drawing Those Hesitant Relatives into Your Family Tree Research
Are your relatives reluctant to help with your quest for family history information? Learn great tips to get them on board the search train today!
What Stories Are Your Ancestors’ Headstones Telling You?
Headstones are so much more than just permanent places to record a person’s name, birth date, and death date for posterity, and mark their final resting place. They are little windows into the lives...
What is a GEDCOM?
What is a GEDCOM? It is an important word you will come across a lot in online genealogy. If you aren't familiar with GEDCOMs, now is the ideal time to learn.
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.
A Review of the New England Historic Genealogical Society
Do you have New England ancestry? If you do, you will want to look into joining the New England Historic Genealogical Society. Here's what it has to offer.
European Censuses
Do you have ancestors who lived in Europe and you want to find out more about them? Consider researching European censuses. Here's what you need to know.
Reading History to Understand Your Ancestors
Have you ever considered reading history to get to know your ancestors better? It is a wonderful way to do so. Here's how it can help you bring them alive.
How to Get the Most Out of a Trip to Your Ancestral Homeland
Have you ever considered going to your ancestral homeland to continue your family history research? You should. Here's why, and how to plan the perfect trip.
Using eBay to Further Your Genealogical Research
Have you ever considered using eBay to research your family history? Believe it or not, it's an excellent resource. Here's how to use it to your best advantage.
Recommended Genealogy Resources
Recommended Genealogy Resources Here are some resources you might find helpful. Some are available for free, while others require a subscription. Feel free to bookmark this page, as I’ll be...
Passenger and Immigration Research Basics: How to Find Your Ancestor’s Entry Into America
Passenger and immigration records contain a wealth of information on your immigrant ancestors. Here's how to find those records and what you might discover in them.
Explore Your German Ancestry
The Family Tree German Genealogy Guide: How to Trace Your Germanic Ancestry in Europe I recently purchased this book on Kindle to help me locate my missing German ancestors. I’ve found a wealth...
Genealogy Data: Frequently Occurring Surnames from Census 2000
The U.S. Census Bureau publishes a list of frequently occurring surnames from Census 2000. (Note: this data is from the 2000 census.) You can look through the list below of surnames that may show how...