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Must-Have Tools for a New Genealogist
Discovering your family’s history can be an exciting and rewarding journey, but having the right tools is essential. Here’s a guide to the must-have tools for any new genealogist, ensuring you’re...
Early New England Settlers, 1600s-1800s
This index provides information on family lineages, vital records, and historical essays. It covers around 190,000 individuals and includes 22 well-researched titles about the ancestors’...
Finding Unknown Burial Locations
Are you searching for the burial location of an ancestor and can't seem to find it? Here are three tried and true techniques for tracking it down.
James Madison: Architect of the Constitution and Steadfast Leader
Join me as we step into the world of James Madison, the "Father of the Constitution," whose brilliant mind and steadfast leadership forged the principles of American democracy.
New York Deaths, the 1700s-1900s
This data comes from a wide range of local sources, including town records, cemeteries, churches, and newspapers. The information provided here is especially valuable because it comes from local...
Tips for Researching British Ancestors
Do you have British ancestry? Are you not sure, but suspect you might? Here's how to find them, and how to research them in England once you find them here.
New Jersey Family Histories #1, 1600s-1800s
These sets of book indexes contain The Genealogies of New Jersey Families, which consists of two volumes. The indexes are composed of family history articles that were originally featured in the...
Salt Lake City, Utah: The State Capitals
Salt Lake City is the capital of the state of Utah. It is situated in a dry, arid valley that had very few Native American inhabitants when LDS church members arrived there to settle the place. The...
Why is Doing Irish Genealogy so Challenging, and What Can You Do about It?
Irish ancestry isn't always the easiest to explore, but there are ways around the typical brick walls. Here are some tips for getting the info you need on your Irish ancestors.
John Witherspoon: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
John Witherspoon was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Born in Scotland, John lived there for the first half of his adult life, marrying and having children there, and becoming a...
Did You Research Their Neighbors?
Do you have an elusive ancestor who didn't seem to leave any records behind? You can still discover important things about them. Here's how.
Every Family Historian Should Focus On These Three Things
Are you interested in becoming a better genealogist? Whether you're a beginner or a veteran, your research will improve if you focus on these three things.
Graveyards and Cemeteries
Today, let's look into the rich history of graveyards and cemeteries. Explore the nuances between these sacred resting places and understand their place in genealogical studies.
Genealogy Debriefing After a Genealogy Trip
Have you been on a genealogy research trip, or are you planning on taking one soon? Don't forget proper debriefing when you get back. Here's how to do it.