Writing and publishing your genealogy is a fantastic way to preserve your family history for future generations and to share it with others. However, doing so is no simple task!...

When researching family history, it can be easy to get swept up in the discoveries you’re making and to forget to stay organized. You may think you’ll remember your initial...

The first Scandinavians arrived in North America nearly 1,000 years ago on Viking ships. Today, an estimated 11 million Americans have Scandinavian ancestry. This webinar will provide an introduction to...

Unclear as to what date “21 1mo 1708/9” refers to? What about “4 Mary”? While dates are foundational to your family history research, they’re not always straightforward in the record...

As genealogists, we may be the only people around who can find an upside to the old adage, “in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death...

If you’ve ever stopped into a Scottish goods store, you may have been given the impression that finding your Scottish clan or tartan is as simple as finding your surname...

When we first begin family history research or start work on a new line, we tend to be eager and excited. But that enthusiasm can cloud our thinking and fuel...

Lithuanians have been immigrating to America since as early as the 17th century. Yet, rapidly changing boundaries, unfamiliar languages, and late civil registration are just some of the challenges faced...

If your ancestor had the right to vote, you can find a wealth of information in their voting records. These records can help you to verify the exact years your...

Understanding where your ancestor is living at a given time can be a loaded question—and to answer it completely, you need to know the broader geo-political and historical context. And...

  Centuries of Irish history were lost as a result of the Four Courts Fire in Dublin in 1922. Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure will delve into the history leading...

Created by American Ancestors Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClurePublished: June 2020PDF Download, 6 pages Família! Learn the basics of Portuguese family history research from Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure. Rhonda will...