A Genealogist’s Research Guide to the Caribbean
Explore your Caribbean heritage across several islands with this comprehensive research guide that spans Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica and others.
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Tips for Reading Civil Registry Records in Spanish
Researching ancestors from Spanish speaking countries is difficult if you don't know the language. Here are tools to help you get past the language barrier.
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Online Tools for Finding Your Ancestors’ Germanic Villages
This article provides many digital tools and resources for finding your ancestors' German villages.
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Ancestral Village Worksheet
Use this work sheet to record key information about the village that your ancestor called home.
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13 Overlooked Eastern European Genealogy Records
Find your Eastern European roots—Russian, Polish, Ukrainian and more—in these key documents, some of which you can find online.
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Prussia’s Territorial Changes: What They Mean (Plus Tools for Tracking Them) Premium
Prussia's history is rich and dynamic, which can make finding important records difficult for some genealogists. This article offers some resources to help.
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Researching the “Germans Outside Germany” in Eastern Europe Premium
Learn where Germans outside Germany historically settled and the differences between German ethnic groups. Plus, learn to find German ancestors outside Germany.
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Your Complete Guide to Tracing Ukrainian Ancestors
Once-closed doors to genealogical research in Ukraine are now opening wide. We’ll guide you through them to explore your roots in this proud country.
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Top U.S. Heritage Museums for Genealogists Premium
Set your sights on these 11 must-visit heritage museums where you can research your roots and walk in your ancestors' shoes.
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How to Find Online Historical Newspapers from Around the World Premium
Find your ancestors in online newspapers from Germany, Great Britain, Canada and more with these tips and resources for digital newspaper research. homeland.
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