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Remembering the Ladies

Maureen A. Taylor June 24, 2018 updated on June 22, 2018
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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Surnames and the Royal Family: How it Works

Ashlee Peck May 18, 2018 updated on May 18, 2018
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

Maureen A. Taylor February 12, 2018 updated on March 26, 2018
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...
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Busted! 10 Genealogy Myths and Falsehoods

Julie Cahill Tarr March 30, 2017 updated on August 18, 2017

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

Vanessa Wieland October 11, 2016 updated on October 3, 2017
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

Lisa Louise Cooke February 17, 2016 updated on August 18, 2017

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...

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Are You a Smith?

Diane Haddad May 24, 2010 updated on October 27, 2017
These surnames are based on various languages’ words for the metalworking profession.
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All About Surnames: Find Out Where Your Last Name Comes From

Vanessa Wieland August 20, 2008 updated on August 18, 2017

Find ancestors using these seven surname-based research strategies.

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Surname Web Sites

Family Tree Editors August 20, 2008 updated on August 18, 2017
Here's a quick roundup of six sites where you can search for surnames.
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AncestorNews: Surfing for Surnames

Nancy Hendrickson August 20, 2008 updated on August 18, 2017
Want to know more about your last name? Check out these Web sites.
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Railroad maps can provide valuable contextual information about your ancestor and his community.

Document Detective: Understanding Railroad Maps

Andrew Koch February 16, 2019 updated on February 14, 2019
Railroad maps can provide useful, interesting information about your ancestors and their communities. Here are eight tips for using them.
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DNA Fact or Science Fiction? 6 Myths Explained

Diahan Southard February 16, 2019 updated on February 15, 2019
There is a lot of misinformation and half-truths floating around about taking a DNA test. Before you spit or swab, discover the truth behind 6 common genetic genealogy myths...
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5 Essential Facts to Research Your Scandinavian Ancestors

5 Essential Facts to Research Your Scandinavian Ancestors

Diana Crisman Smith February 15, 2019 updated on February 13, 2019
Before you start researching overseas, gather these five important facts about your Scandinavian ancestors.
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