Common Kinship Terms Found in Records Premium
Kinship terms can become very important in analyzing the records that use them. In the Colonial Era, terms such as cousin and nephew had different meanings than in modern times. An “in-law” was usually a stepparent, a “cousin” could be a nephew, and a “nephew” could be a grandchild. Listed below are some of the terms used in American society to identify collateral relatives.
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5 Genealogy Facts Every Researcher Should Know Premium
Family trees are as different as the people who research them. But some historical and genealogical factors can help all US researchers, regardless of circumstance. Check out this roundup of key must-know genealogy facts.
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