Remembering the Ladies
Discovering women's' identities can be tricky as they were often listed under their married name, or not at all. Here are clues to help identifying them.
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Can You Claim a Coat of Arms Based on Your Last Name?
Should you hang up your family coat of arms - or show it off? We’ll untangle the myths of heraldry and help you start discovering your armigerous ancestry.
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Surnames and the Royal Family: How it Works
Not sure what the surname of the Royal Family is? You're not the only one! Join us for a brief history and explanation of the beloved family's last name.
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The Issue of Common Surnames
Identifying unknown people in a photograph is always tricky... but add a very common surname to the mix, and it's even hard. Our Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor is on the case!
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Busted! 10 Genealogy Myths and Falsehoods
We expose the truth behind 10 genealogy falsehoods and fallacies that could sabotage your family tree.
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The Evolution of a Name
What's in a name? Quite a bit of history, for those of us whose names are handed down through generations.
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Surnames and Genealogy – Get the Best Methods for Searching Your Family Last Names: Family Tree Magazine Podcast Episode 93
Get the best genealogy research tips and tools for searching your family's last names - from how to handle common surnames to making use of geographical data, and more!
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Understanding German Language and Surnames
Deutsch nicht sprechen? No problem! We reveal some common naming practices that can help in researching your German ancestors.
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Are You a Smith?
These surnames are based on various languages’ words for the metalworking profession.
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AncestorNews: Surfing for Surnames
Want to know more about your last name? Check out these Web sites.
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Surname Categories
These are the main types of surnames you'll encounter in your research.
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All About Surnames: Find Out Where Your Last Name Comes From
Find ancestors using these seven surname-based research strategies.
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