How Does the Pope Choose a Name? Q&As About Selecting a New Pope
Learn the basics of papal names, elections, and criteria—plus which popes had the greatest impact on family history.
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Why US Genealogists Should Care About Napoleon
Learn how Napoleon impacts genealogy today, plus take a look at Napoleon's family tree.
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The Genealogist’s Guide to Local Histories Premium
Local histories are among the best sources for biographical information about your ancestors. Here’s what these histories can contain, and where you can find them.
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How to Use Social History in Genealogy Premium
Use these tips and records to study the social history that informed your ancestor's daily life and decisions, such as the economy, disease and weather.
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Vacation, All She Ever Wanted: Women’s Travel Diaries
Relive past adventures of some fearless females! Duke University has a gorgeous digital collection of historic women's travel diaries available online.
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German Christmas Traditions to Celebrate the Season
These authentically German Christmas traditions are a great way to celebrate the season as well as your family's German heritage.
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Touchdown! A “Genealogy” Timeline of NFL Teams
This handy football history timeline tells you the genealogy of today’s NFL teams, their “parent” teams, and the years they were established.
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School’s Out: How Your Ancestors Might Have Spent Their Summer Vacation Premium
From beach getaways to frozen treats, celebrate the season! Enjoy these 9 number-based facts relating to the history of summer vacation.
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Why Is July an Unlucky Month for Weddings? (And Other Wedding Traditions) Premium
Have you ever heard that it’s bad luck to get married in July? Learn why and the history of other wedding traditions.
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A Timeline of The Moon
Learn some out-of-this-world lunar facts with this historical timeline of the Moon.
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