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The research institute at the new National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will help African-Americans fill in gaps in their genealogy research.
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Tracing your African-American ancestors before the Civil War almost always means identifying their slaveholders. Here's how to get started.
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Our Step-By-Step Guide to Tracing Your African-American Roots and Reclaiming the Lost Heritage of Your Slave Ancestors.
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These African-American genealogy and history organizations may have the resources you need for your research.
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Don’t stop your family history search at the Emancipation Proclamation. Use these techniques to discover African-American roots obscured by slavery.
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A surge of new resources is chipping away at barriers to African-American genealogy.
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An Oscar-winning actress' mixed heritage includes cousin connections to playwright Tennessee Williams, actor Richard Gere and other famous figures.
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