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    Exploring the Freedmen’s Bureau – An Interview with Shelley Viola Murphy

    genealogical research. Also: find out what resources made the 2022 Best Genealogy Websites list and learn how one TikTok user is using the platform to explore cemeteries and uncover stories from the past.

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    Find German-Speaking Ancestors Outside Germany – An Interview with James Beidler

    In this episode, James Beidler offers practical tips for tracking down German-speaking ancestors who lived outside Germany. Plus: learn how to preserve special family treasures and navigate David Rumsey's Map Collections Project, a priceless genealogical tool.

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    Become a 20th Century Census Expert — An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega

    In this episode, Gena Philibert-Ortega joins us to discuss the importance of understanding 20th century census records as genealogists. Plus: we explore how to participate in the indexing of the 1950 census and sniff out both facts and fictions in family stories.

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    Preparing for the 1950 Census Release

    In this episode we're getting ready for the release of the 1950 census by learning how to research ancestors through the 1940s, as well as how to find your ancestors' Enumeration District with Steve Morse's One-Step Webpages. Plus, unlikely sources for family photos and much more!

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    Overcoming Challenges in African American Genealogy Research — An Interview with Shamele Jordon

    In this episode, Family Tree University instructor Shamele Jordon joins us to discuss challenges in African American genealogy research and how family historians can overcome them. Plus we explore websites for French genealogy records, newspaper research and a new online storytelling tool.

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    Becoming a Forensic Genetic Genealogist — An Interview with Dr. Claire Glynn

    Have you ever wondered what it would take to become a forensic genealogist? In this episode, Dr. Claire Glynn joins us to discuss a new program that trains participants how to apply genetic and traditional genealogy to forensic investigations.

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    1880 Census Records Research Guide

    Researching 1880 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1880 census.

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    1870 Census Records Research Guide

    Researching 1870 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1870 census.

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    1860 Census Records Research Guide

    Researching 1860 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1860 census.

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    1850 Census Records Research Guide

    Researching 1850 census records? Learn everything you need to know to find your ancestors in the 1850 census.

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