07-18-2024

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Census Records

4 Ways US Census Records Can Fool You

Despite its importance, the US census can come riddled with genealogical errors. Here’s how to avoid them.

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Find Your Virginia Ancestors

Join Shannon Combes-Bennet for this live webinar and learn how to explore key Virginia records from every era, from colonial beginnings to the modern day.

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Census Records

How to Find Ancestors Hiding in the Census

Can’t find your ancestor in the US census? You’re not alone. Our success strategies help you overcome seven common scenarios for missing ancestors.

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Now in Print! Beginner’s Guide to Genealogy

Start your family history research on the right path! This easy-to-understand guide will help you find your ancestors efficiently and with confidence.

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Case Studies

Case Study: Using the Census to Confirm a Correct Identity

Shannon Combs-Bennett shares how she sorted through confusing census records to uncover her ancestor’s mother’s name.

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Podcasts

Become a 20th Century Census Expert — An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega

In this episode, Gena Philibert-Ortega joins us to discuss the importance of understanding 20th century census records as genealogists. Plus: we explore how to participate in the indexing of the 1950 census and sniff out both facts and fictions in family stories.

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