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Gravestone Symbols and Their Hidden Meanings
Gravestone symbols can contain clues about your ancestor’s life and death. Discover the meaning behind common (and several uncommon!) gravestone symbols.
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What Is a Second Cousin? Understanding Cousin Relationship Terms
How, exactly, are you related to the child of your great-great-grandmother’s son? We’ll explain the steps to calculating cousinhood!
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How to Refer to Aunts and Uncles: Grand, Not Great
Great-uncle, or grand-uncle? Here’s one perspective on the avuncular controversy.
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Heritage and Genealogy Research
Melungeons: Are You Part of “The Lost Tribe Of Appalachia”?
The mixed-race Melungeon people from Appalachia can be tough for descendants to trace. Learn some origin theories and tips for starting your research.
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5 Clues You May Have Native American Ancestry
If you suspect you may have Native American roots based on family stories, here are five tips that may help you prove your claim.
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What is Prussia? Understanding Prussian History
You have Prussian ancestry, but can’t find Prussia on modern maps. Dive into this disappearing state with this overview of Prussian history.
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Was Your Ancestor a “White Russian”?
Our expert explains the meaning of “White Russian” (the genealogy kind) and shares research tips for Russian roots.
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Photo Preservation and Family History Projects
22 Online Historical Photo Databases
Step into your ancestors’ world with the historical photos in these 22 free online archives.
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13 Websites for Finding Old Family Photos
Search these 13 sites for pictures of your ancestors and the places they lived. Plus, some tips on copyright to consider.
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Best Resolutions for Scanned Photos and Documents
Take the mystery out of the best size for scanned documents. Here’s a quick dpi resolution guide for family photos and other genealogy records.
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3 Family History Book Ideas and How to Create Them
If you’re looking for the perfect gift, skip the shops and get out your family records. Share your glad tidings with these DIY family history book projects.
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How to Create A Beautiful Family History Website
It’s easy and inexpensive to set up a family history website that will put you in charge of your clan’s online dream home.
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The 15 Best Genealogy Books According to Readers
If you need a new book to curl up with, here’s a list of some of our readers’ favorite genealogy books.
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Online Tree or Genealogy Software? Deciding Where to Keep Your Data
Deciding where you want to store your family tree, whether online or via software, can be a tough choice. Here, we’ll provide you with the tools to determine which online tree or family history software is best for you!
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11 Must-See Genealogy TV Shows That Will Inspire You
Genealogy TV shows offer tips and inspiration for discovering family history. Here are 11 must-watch inspiring and informative family history programs.
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Strategies for Using and Understanding Ancestry.com
The Best Ancestry.com Tips and Tricks
Not sure where to start on Ancestry.com? Follow these research tips and tricks to get on the right track.
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Ways to Use Ancestry.com for Free with No Subscription
Here are seven techniques you can use to research for free on Ancestry.com, no subscription required!
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Genealogy Websites Comparison: Ancestry.com, FamilySearch, Findmypast and MyHeritage
Ancestry or MyHeritage? FamilySearch or Findmypast? Our expert compares the records, family trees and DNA tests of the “Big Four” genealogy websites.
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