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How to Record an Interview on Your Smartphone

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Follow this quick tutorial to record and save your family history interviews on your smartphone.

How to Write a Genealogy Research Report

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Writing a research report about your ancestor will take your genealogy search to the next level. We'll show you how to compose one in six simple steps.

20 Family History Interview Questions

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Senior family members are often the best genealogy resource. Here are 20 family history interview questions to ask to discover more about generations past.