Heritage

A Guide to Polish Genealogy Research

Once one of Europe’s largest and most prosperous nations, Poland vanished from the map for the entire 19th century, partitioned among Prussia, Russia, and Austria. Yet its language, customs, and traditions survived and flourished, both at home and among Polish emigrant communities worldwide. Researching your Polish roots can be challenging, but once the correct records […]

Getting Started with JewishGen: A Beginner’s Guide

Learn how to access and search over 30 million records on the world's largest resource for Jewish genealogy: JewishGen.

A Guide to the 1926 Census of Ireland

The 1926 Census of Ireland was released on 18 April 2026 and reveals a good deal about your Irish ancestors.

Top French Genealogy Websites and Online Resources Premium

Find your ancestors in historical records, maps, and photos held at these—the best French genealogy websites.

A Genealogist’s Research Guide to the Caribbean

Explore your Caribbean heritage across several islands with this comprehensive research guide that spans Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, and more.

Tips for Reading Civil Registry Records in Spanish

Researching ancestors from Spanish-speaking countries is difficult if you don't know the language. Here are tools to help you get past the language barrier.