A Timeline of Our Ancestors’ Cutlery Premium
How did our ancestors go from eating with their hands to using knife, fork and spoon? Discover the surprisingly fascinating development of cutlery.
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Finding Unexpected Genealogy Details in Vital Records Premium
If carefully reviewed, birth, marriage and death records can contain a wealth of information. Here are some unexpected details in vital records.
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Genealogy Q&A: Missing Birth Records in England and Wales Premium
Does your ancestor have missing or conflicting birth dates? For English and Welsh ancestors, a bit of civil registration history can help lead you in the right direction.
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Genealogy Q&A: Can You Copyright a Family History Book Idea?
Say you've heard a great family history book idea from a friend. Can you legally use it? One seasoned genealogist weighs in.
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16 Genealogy Hacks That Will Save You Time And Money Premium
Take your genealogy to the next level with these 16 tech tricks that will give you freer, faster family history research.
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How to Find Your Ancestor’s Parents Without Birth or Marriage Certificates
Without the right records, you might struggle to take your family tree back another generation. Here's how you can find your ancestor's parents without birth or marriage certificates.
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10 True Genealogy Brick Walls and How to (Possibly!) Break Through Them Premium
That bothersome brick wall may be just a genealogy detour. We'll help you determine if you've truly reached the end or if there's a way to break through your brick wall.
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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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Genealogy Q&A: Danish Surnames
Danish surnames can be tricky. Make sure a record didn't list your ancestor's occupation as part of his name using these tips.
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Now What: Tracking Down Obituaries for Ancestors Who Died en Route Premium
Finding obituaries for your ancestors is tricky, but having ancestors who passed away while migrating west adds more complications. Here's how to find records.
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