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Finding Free African-Americans
Expert tips for finding African-Americans who were free before the Civil War.
9/28/2009
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Plus Subscriber Only Content - Subscribe TodayQuest for Answers
African American family historians can give each other a research boost through a free online genealogy database called AfriQuest.
3/1/2008
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Timeline of Slavery in the US
Get an overview of slavery in the United States with our timeline.
9/28/2009
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Plus Subscriber Only Content - Subscribe TodayFreedom Fighters
The Missouri State Archives is placing more than 270 slave freedom suits online
2/1/2003
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Plus Subscriber Only Content - Subscribe TodayLost Voyages Found
12/15/2009
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Halle Berry's Ancestry
An Oscar-winning actress' mixed heritage includes cousin connections to playwright Tennessee Williams, actor Richard Gere and other famous figures.
7/21/2010
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Plus Subscriber Only Content - Subscribe TodayBranching Out: A Groundbreaking Museum
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center examines the history of slavery and celebrates trailblazers in the fight for freedom.
8/1/2004
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African-American Genealogy Books and CDs
These books and CD-ROMs will help you learn more about your African-American ancestors.
9/28/2009
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Alex Haley's Roots Beginnings
The 1919 house where Roots author Alex Haley said he first heard stories of his family's African heritage has become a museum.
1/4/2011
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Plus Subscriber Only Content - Subscribe TodayUnlocking Slavery's Legacy
Tracing your African-American ancestors before the Civil War almost always means identifying their slaveholders. Here's how to get started.
3/2/2010
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