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Archives for David A. Fryxell

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.

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.

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.

4 Free (and Underused) Genealogy Websites

Dig deeper in your research to find hidden gems at these four free and underused genealogy websites.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Best Ancestry.com Tips and Tricks

Not sure where to start on Ancestry.com? Follow these research tips to get on the right track.

16 Genealogy Hacks That Will Save You Time And Money

Take your genealogy to the next level with these 16 tech tricks that will give you freer, faster family history research.

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.