Russian surnames started being used relatively recently in history, with the patronymic surname, as was common in other parts of Europe. After that, however, the similarity ends, and Russian surnames...
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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.
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Death records are crucial in genealogy. They provide final details about an ancestor’s life, such as the date and place of death, and often information about family members. These records can...
Who Are the Black Dutch?
Were you told you have Black Dutch ancestry, but don't know what it means? It means a lot of different things. Here is what you need to know about these people.
Is Ancestry.com Worth the Money for Your Genealogy Research?
Ancestry.com is the best known of the online genealogy subscription websites. It’s also quite pricey. Is it worth the price of admission? This article explores what Ancestry.com has to offer its...
Charles Carroll: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence
Charles Carroll of Carrollton is one of the lesser known signers of the Declaration of Independence. He is best remembered for adding "of Carrollton" after his name on the Declaration, but was well...
Locate Your Ancestors with Scottish Naming Patterns
Scottish naming patterns of the past few centuries can provide excellent clues as to the names of parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents of your Scottish ancestors. If you have a brick...
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What is Griffith’s Valuation of Ireland?
Are you familiar with Griffith's Valuation of Ireland? If not, now is the time to become acquainted with it. It is invaluable in mid-19th century Irish research.
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The U.S. Federal Census is one of the best known tools for researching your family history. Whether you are a novice or a veteran of using the census, there is always more to learn about this...
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A Closer Look at Passenger Lists #2
Passenger lists of ships of immigrants to the United States are valuable research tools for genealogists. There is a wealth of information on individual immigrants that can potentially be found in...
What are the Four Best Free Genealogy Websites?
Here are the four best free genealogy websites you should be using, whether you have access to a membership site or are waiting until you are in a financial position to join one.
How to Do Irish Genealogy Research Without Crossing the Atlantic
Irish genealogy research is very popular in the United States because so many of us have Irish ancestry. Here are some fantastic online resources for Irish genealogy to allow you to research your...