DNA Testing and Ancestry
In this modern age, science is lending a helping hand to genealogical research. Sites like 23andme, Family Tree DNA, and Ancestry.com offer a service to people who can pay for it—DNA testing. While the...
The Allure of Libraries
With so much focus in genealogy on internet searches, it is important to remember that libraries can be very helpful in your search for ancestry. Some libraries are set up specifically for genealogy while...
War Pensions as a Genealogical Resource
When researching ancestors who were enlisted in the armed services, certain documents can shed some light on their military and personal lives. Along with the National Archives and Records administration website, genealogy sites like...
Enhancing Your Search for Mexican Ancestors
If you’re like most Americans, your genealogical search will eventually take you to other countries. For a great number of people, their search will take them to Mexico. If you are unable to travel...
