How to Use the David Rumsey Map Collection for Genealogy
The David Rumsey Map Collection boasts over 115,000 unique resources on its free online portal. In this video, Sunny Morton provides a thorough walk-through of this tool.
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Historical Research Maps: French Départements
Learn about your ancestors who strived for liberté, fraternité and égalité with this map of the French during and after the French Revolution.
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Document Detective: Understanding Railroad Maps Premium
Railroad maps can provide useful, interesting information about your ancestors and their communities. Here are eight tips for using them.
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Research Roadmap: World War I Western Front Premium
Celebrate Christmas with this WWI map of the famous "Christmas Truce" of 1914.
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7 Most Useful Historical Maps for Genealogy Research Premium
Genealogy isn't all text records and photos. Map out your ancestor's community and step back into time with these most useful historical maps.
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Using Google Earth for Genealogy
Did you know that there are hundreds of free historical maps right inside of the free Google Earth Pro software? Learn how to use Google Earth for genealogy.
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From Sea to Shining Sea: A United States Expansion Map Premium
America's size nearly tripled as the United States grew in the 1800s. This US expansion map shows the country's major land gains.
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Historical Research Maps: Plat Maps
Gaze into your ancestor's past with plat maps, which show the divisions of land in your ancestor's neighborhood.
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What’s What? Using Old Maps, Atlases and Gazetteers in Your Family History
In this article, you'll learn to distinguish between maps, atlases and gazetteers as well as useful resources for finding each type of geographical resource.
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Find Old Places on Modern Maps with Map Warper Premium
If you need to put yesterday’s geography into today’s context, The New York Public Library has just the tool - Map Warper. Here's how to use it!
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