Case Study: Overcoming Same-Named People in Genealogy Records
You knew all those search results with the same name were too good to be true. Through this case study, learn how to follow your actual ancestor's record trail and weed out the imposters.
Read MoreUnraveling the Mystery of a Victorian Ancestor Premium
In our How I Did It series, genealogy experts you know and trust share stories of how they solved a specific problem in their research. This week, Lisa Louise Cooke shares how she uncovered the tragic end of the life of a talented Victorian musician.
Read MoreCase Study: Using the Census to Confirm a Correct Identity Premium
Shannon Combs-Bennett shares how she sorted through confusing census records to uncover her ancestor's mother's name.
Read MoreHow I Did It: Found Answers in Civil War Pension Index Cards Premium
In our How I Did It series, genealogy experts you know and trust share stories of how they solved a specific problem in their research. This week, Rich Venezia shares his investigation into whether or not his ancestor served in the Civil War.
Read MoreHow I Did It: Tracked Down my Ancestor in Swedish Household Examination Books Premium
In our How I Did It series, genealogy experts you know and trust share stories of how they solved a specific problem in their research. This week, author David A. Fryxell shares how he uncovered the truth about his Swedish ancestor that he thought passed away long before she actually did.
Read MoreHow I Did It: Used Newspapers to Build the Story of my Ancestor’s Life Premium
Genealogy Roadshow host and author Kenyatta Berry shares how she made groundbreaking discoveries about her ancestors with the help of newspapers.
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Case Study: Identifying Woman’s Parents with a Delayed Birth Record Premium
Contributing Editor Sunny Morton explains how she used collateral research technique and a delayed birth record to identify an ancestor’s parents—who were also her neighbors.
Read MoreCase Study: Courthouse Genealogy Research in Action Premium
Never paged through probates in the halls of justice? Join the club. We sent a fellow first-timer to scout out the territory and show you the ropes of courthouse genealogy research.
Read MoreCase Study: Using Passport Applications in Immigrant Research Premium
Here are tips on finding an ancestor's place of origin from passport applications, a commonly overlooked genealogy record.
Read MoreCase Study: How I Used Chain Migration to Find My Welsh Ancestors Premium
Cluster research is a handy tool for finding one’s ancestors. Here is a case study using chain migration to find Welsh ancestors.
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