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5 Types of Ancestors’ Land Records You Should Look For

Family Tree Editors August 12, 2018 updated on August 16, 2018

Looking for clues about your ancestors' relationships and migration patterns? Discover your ancestry and find family history with these five type of genealogy land records.

Finding Your Ancestor’s Land Records

Sharon DeBartolo Carmack August 1, 2006 updated on October 3, 2017

Perplexed by patents and plats? Confused by claims? Survey our beginner's guide to land records. This article includes a short Genealogy How-To Video on how to map your...

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Comparing the 5 Major DNA Tests: A Conclusion

Shannon Combs Bennett August 19, 2018 updated on August 17, 2018

If you're having trouble deciding what DNA test is right for you, we've got you covered! In this seven-part series, genealogist and DNA expert Shannon Combs-Bennett has given an...

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Plan a Visit to a Living History Museum

Janet Hovorka August 19, 2018 updated on August 17, 2018

Imagine stepping back in time to enter the lives of your ancestors. In honor of Museum Day, let's plan a trip to a living history museum!

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Understanding Chain Migration

Author: Diane Haddad August 18, 2018 updated on August 17, 2018

Immigration is a hot topic these days, and a lot of people are using the phrase "chain migration". What exactly does that mean? We're here to explain.

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