Category: Russian Genealogy

A Timeline of Jewish History in Eastern Europe, 1772–1919

Find your ancestor's hometown with this Jewish history timeline covering Eastern Europe.

8 Tips for Researching Genealogy in Russia

Once a sparse landscape, the field of Russian genealogy has improved over the past decade. Our eight strategies bust through stubborn research blocks.

How to Overcome Obstacles in Eastern European Genealogy

Researching your Eastern European ancestors? Our expert shares six common obstacles for Eastern European genealogy—and how to overcome them.

Was Your Ancestor a “White Russian”?

Our expert explains the meaning of "White Russian" (the genealogy kind) and shares research tips for Russian roots.

Websites, Books and Organizations for Russian Genealogy research

Find Russian ancestors' old records with these genealogy websites, books and organizations.

Now What? Pole Positioning

Expert answers for the beginner, befuddled, and anyone hitting a brick wall.

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Researching Ancestors in Ukraine

You found your Ukrainian ancestors' immigration records. Now what? An expert genealogist weighs in.

Russian Genealogy Resources

Recommended books and CD-ROMs for finding your Russian ancestors.

Eastern European Regional Resources

Research your Eastern European roots with these key websites, organizations, books and more.

Family history's iron curtain is lifting — roots research in the former Soviet Union is now a reality. Start tracing your ancestors from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania with this step-by-step guide.

Russia Toolkit

Web sites, books and organizations to help you find your family in the old country.

Eastern Europe Toolkit

Web sites, books and organizations to help you find your family in the old country.

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