Verbal Family Histories
All the advice for people starting to research their family history says to go and ask family members what they know. I was lucky that my grandparents provided me with a lot of information...
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Using those faded photos and memorabilia to tell your family story
Genealogy, by all accounts, is an undertaking that often demands some creative thinking. Once you have exhausted the obvious primary records and documents, it is time to explore other items which may hold clues...
Genealogy: Creating Stronger Families
My great-grandmother lived to be ninety-six years old. She had been through so much: outlived two husbands, two sons, and a host of friends and acquaintances. She was also a multitasker before the term...
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- Old Military Uniforms in 19th-Century Photos September 25, 2017These four photos of men in military uniforms occupy a single page from a family photo album—but that doesn’t mean they’re from the same family. It was a common practice for our ancestors to share photos with friends and classmates. It’s possible that these four men knew each other from military service. The album belongs […]Maureen A. Taylor
- 4 Tips for Translating Your German Ancestor’s Records September 24, 2017Get four tips for researching your ancestors in German written records from our new course, the Genealogist's Guide to German Language Documents. The post 4 Tips for Translating Your German Ancestor’s Records appeared first on Family Tree.Vanessa Wieland
- September is Save Your Photos Month! September 23, 2017September is Save Your Photos Month! We chatted with Gordon Nuttall, CEO of Flip-Pal, to learn more about this holiday, and tips for preserving your photos. The post September is Save Your Photos Month! appeared first on Family Tree.Ashlee Peck
- 5 Tips for Researching Your Relative’s Vietnam War Service September 21, 2017Our five research tips will help you start learning more about your loved one's service in the armed forces during the Vietnam War. The post 5 Tips for Researching Your Relative’s Vietnam War Service appeared first on Family Tree.Diane Haddad