Genealogy
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Troubleshooting Those Missing Maiden Names
In: Genealogical Research Methods
Maiden names of women ancestors often got buried with them in an era when they were housekeepers, not doctors, lawyers or CEOs. Let's look for them. more...
Locating Maiden Names of Women Ancestors
In: Genealogical Research Methods
In genealogy female ancestors are most commonly revealed as "wife of", with unknown maiden names. Here are 10 tips for finding them in public records and other places. more...
DNA Testing Locates Ancestors by Surname
Where does my family come from? Thanks to DNA testing, that answer is within grasp. Many are using DNA tests to trace the origin of North American ancestors. more...
How to Start Genealogy Research
In: Genealogical Research Methods
By: Victor Mobley
Genealogy is a growing hobby. There is so much information out there that it can become difficult to get started. Find the best (and sometimes free) ways to research. more...
Project Tracks Ancient Ancestors
Where did our most ancient ancestors live? Our DNA and the Genographic Project are on the threshold of telling us. more...
Getting Grounded with Genealogy
The need to be grounded pushes to the forefront of an ever more mobile and stressed American population. For many, genealogy answers that need. more...
By: Janet L. Savage
Family tree research could reveal family information from centuries ago. Genealogy is the ideal hobby for history buffs. more...
By: Rachel Bellerby
The Isle of Man is a crown dependency with its own 1,000-year-old parliament. Family history research here is different to the UK. more...
Patrick Swayze comes from a family full of performers and his family tree is well-documented going back a number of generations. more...
By: Wendy Elliott
It is not always easy finding vital records for the 19th century Ontario. However, for Wesleyan Methodists there are three very helpful sources. more...
