How to Research Common Surnames Premium
Ancestors with common surnames can throw even experienced genealogists off track. Use these strategies to track down the John and Jane Smiths in your family tree.
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Records and Resources for Exploring Your French Heritage Premium
Discover your French ancestry with this in-depth guide to genealogy records and resources from la République.
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Made in the Shades: The History of Sunglasses Premium
June 27 is National Sunglasses Day! Learn about the history of shades and, thanks to a little genealogy research, more about the man who made them cool.
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4 Free (and Underused) Genealogy Websites Premium
Dig deeper in your research to find hidden gems at these four free and underused genealogy websites.
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A Timeline of The Moon
2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing. Learn some out-of-this-world lunar facts with this historical timeline of the Moon.
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A Timeline of Our Ancestors’ Cutlery Premium
How did our ancestors go from eating with their hands to using knife, fork and spoon? Discover the surprisingly fascinating development of cutlery.
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Free 10 Essential Genealogy Research Forms
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Finding Unexpected Genealogy Details in Vital Records Premium
If carefully reviewed, birth, marriage and death records can contain a wealth of information. Here are some unexpected details in vital records.
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Genealogy Q&A: Missing Birth Records in England and Wales Premium
Does your ancestor have missing or conflicting birth dates? For English and Welsh ancestors, a bit of civil registration history can help lead you in the right direction.
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Genealogy Q&A: Can You Copyright a Family History Book Idea? Premium
Say you've heard a great family history book idea from a friend. Can you legally use it? One seasoned genealogist weighs in.
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10 Beginner Tips for Using Ancestry.com Premium
Not sure where to start on Ancestry.com? Follow these 10 research tips to get on the right track. Plus, watch a short video on how to correct common errors.
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16 Genealogy Hacks That Will Save You Time And Money Premium
Take your genealogy to the next level with these 16 tech tricks that will give you freer, faster family history research.
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How to Find Your Ancestor’s Parents Without Birth or Marriage Certificates
Without the right records, you might struggle to take your family tree back another generation. Here's how you can find your ancestor's parents without birth or marriage certificates.
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