A Short Note on Probate Records
Probate records contain a variety of information such as names of heirs, friends, and associates; guardianships; property inventories;...
Free UK Genealogy Resources
The British Empire at its peak spanned the entire globe with its various colonies, dominions, mandates protectorates and the...
DNA Speaks Volumes: A Personal Testimonial Regarding Genetics and Genealogy
DNA Speaks Volumes: A Personal Testimonial Regarding Genetics and Genealogy In August of 2011, a little over a year before my grandfather...
Genealogy and DNA: Part Two
Deciding what type of DNA test to take can be confusing. I hope this blog post will provide some practical information so the reader can...
Genealogy and DNA: Part One
Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) testing can be confusing! Because of that I want to share what I have learned about DNA testing. First though...
A Genealogical Quest for Identity: The Lineage Society
The journey to discover the identities and lives of our ancestors can begin for many reasons, and a sense of purpose for this journey can...
Harness the Luck of the Irish with These Online Resources
Almost any North American researching their family history is eventually going to find a line which leads across the Atlantic. ...
Three Common Mistakes of the Novice Family Historian
Researching your ancestors is a tedious process. So it is understandable when novice researchers often give in to the inclination to...
Northern Roots: In Search of Métis Genealogy
I Thankfully, there are several sources which can help you uncover information about your Métis ancestors. From libraries and databases...
Cluster Genealogy: Discovering Your Ancestors Through Collateral Kin
Beginning research on a family tree is fairly straightforward. Make a pedigree chart beginning with your information, then enter the...