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We interviewed Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. on his genealogical journey as well as his successful genealogical TV show, "Finding your Roots."

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5 Activities to Organize Your Digital Genealogy Research Files

These five genealogy activities will help you organize your research. Enjoy these any day you're stuck indoors, to whip your research into shape.

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Learn the difference between original and derivative records and how important they are to understanding and evaluating sources for your research.

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How to Photograph Family Heirlooms

By photographing family heirlooms you ensure their memory is protected for decades to come. Here's how to set up the perfect picture.

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Applying Facial Recognition to Civil War Photos Premium

New website Civil War Photo Sleuth has big plans to recover lost names and stories of Civil War soldiers using facial recognition technology. Here's how.

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How to Apply for Cherokee Nation Citizenship

If you have documented your Cherokee ancestors and you’d like to apply for Cherokee Nation citizenship, here’s how to do it.

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