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If you can arm yourself with a basic vocabulary of a few dozen words, you'll be able to read many of the genealogical records that are written in German.
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Find your Prussian ancestors with this guide, which covers what Prussian genealogy records are available.
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6 Websites for Deciphering Old German Script
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How Genealogy in Germany Compares to US Genealogy
Many US genealogists have German ancestors. But genealogy in Germany—for Germans themselves—often looks different than it does in the United States. German expert James M. Beidler discusses how research in the two countries differs.
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Creating a Strategy for Historical Newspaper Research
With so many excellent online resources for historical newspaper research, how do you know where to start? Newspaper expert James M. Beidler shares how to track down the newspapers you need.
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State Research Guide: Nevada Premium
Don't leave your Silver State family history research to chance! With these facts and tips, finding your ancestors is a sure bet.
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Tips for Searching for Your German Ancestral Village
Knowing the exact German village your ancestors came from can make all the difference in your genealogy research. Here are some tips for tracing yours.
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Trace Your German Ancestors on Compgen.de/Genealogy.net Premium
On the free Compgen.de website, local genealogists serve up a wealth of German records and research know-how. We’ll show you around the site.
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How the War on German Language Impacts Genealogy Research
World War I was a time of cultural change for German-Amercians. Learn how this may affect your German-language genealogy research.
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