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How to Find Your Ancestors for Free
By: Editors of Family Tree MagazineHow do you find your ancestors for free? Here's your guide to free genealogy websites, records, software, services and much more!
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Genealogy Q&A: Researching Native American Ancestors
By: Family Tree EditorsAre you trying to confirm or research Native American ancestors? Our genealogy experts answer your toughest research questions.
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Preserving Military Memorabilia: Flags, Medals and Uniforms
By: Editors of Family Tree MagazineMilitary memorabilia is often handed down as a remembrance of service time. Here are several tips for flag, medal and military uniform preservation.
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Genealogy Q&A: Researching Civil War Ancestors
By: Family Tree EditorsAre you trying to trace your Civil War ancestors? Out experts answer some of your toughest questions to help you with your Civil War ancestor brick walls.
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DNA Q&A: My DNA Doesn’t Match Who I Thought I Was. Now What?
By: Diahan SouthardDNA results can sometimes reveal distressing truths about your family relationships—and even your identity. Here's how to handle such situations.
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Genealogy Q&A: Researching Irish Ancestors
By: Family Tree EditorsRun out of luck with your Irish ancestor research? Our experts are here answer some of your toughest Irish genealogy questions!
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The Government and Genealogy Records: What You Should Know
By: Diane HaddadLearn what records the government creates, how to access them, and why genealogists should vote.
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DNA Q&A: All About DNA Mapping and Ethnicity Estimates
By: Diahan SouthardDNA mapping and ethnicity estimates are a big draw of home DNA test kits. Learn more about them here.
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How to Handle “Blemishes” When Writing Family Stories
By: Annette GendlerResearch may turn up your ancestor’s "blemishes," shameful actions or traits. One writer explores whether you should include them in your family's stories.
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Genealogy Q&A: Researching Birth Records
By: Editors of Family Tree MagazineHave tough questions about birth records? From restricted access to researching "illegitimate" ancestors to recording births at sea, our genealogy records experts have the answers!
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