Understanding Scandinavian Patronymic Surnames
Learn how surname suffixes changed in Scandinavia throughout the 18th and 19th centuries with this handy chart.
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5 Facts to Research About Your Scandinavian Ancestors Premium
Before you start researching overseas, gather these five important facts about your Scandinavian ancestors.
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Scandinavian Genealogy Cheat Sheet Premium
Keep this quick reference sheet handy when tracing ancestors in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. The at-a-glance tips, facts and resources on this will help you sort out patronymic names, find church records and more.
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Common Terms Found in Old Norwegian Records Premium
As you research your Norwegian ancestors, consult this handy table for English translations of common genealogical terms found in old records.
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Best Norwegian Genealogy Websites Premium
Don’t let language barriers and place-name problems keep you from researching Norwegian records. Instead, take in these six top websites for discovering your ancestors in Norway.
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Finding Swedish Genealogy Records on ArkivDigital Premium
Learn how to find your ancestor's records in one of the most useful websites for genealogy research in Sweden.
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How to Use Land Records for Genealogy Research Premium
Land records are among the most underutilized resources for genealogy. Discover the different types and information you can learn from each.
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5 Steps to Discovering Your Scandinavian Roots Premium
Scandinavians were among the earliest American explorers and settlers. Were your ancestors among them? Find out with these five research steps.
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