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Ancestry Articles
5 Genealogy Resources to Look For at YOUR Public Library
This week, I'm researching at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana, which has one of the best public...
Remember the Sears Catalog? It’s on Ancestry.com
Back in “the day,” American consumers window-shopped by mail with the Sears catalog. From 1888-1993, the Sears catalog...
New or Improved Genealogy Apps! Ancestry, FamilySearch and MyHeritage
Have you downloaded the apps that go with your favorite genealogy websites? You should! And if it's been awhile, you...
Alternatives to MyFamily.com: What Can You Replace it With?
I recently heard from Renee in St. Louis with this dismayed question: "I'm assuming you've heard that MyFamily.com is...
New Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #168
Get up to speed on the world of DNA and Genealogy in this episode. We’ll explore in depth the ramifications of...
How To Find Your Family Tree Online
As you may have already noticed, a lot of websites these days host millions of family trees: MyHeritage.com,...
Research Your Civil War Ancestors
Many Americans have ancestors who lived through the Civil War: many have roots in both the North and South. Few...
Search the SSDI for Your Family History
Are you tracing the family history of someone who lived in the U.S. during the 20th century? Check out a wonderful...