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Although the majority of the 1890 census was burned when a fire razed the Commerce Department Building in 1921, and the few remaining fragments destroyed by 1935, there is one group of the population whose records have endured. In addition Continue reading West Virginia 1890 Census Index of Civil War Veterans or Their Widows
Saw this article on NewJersey.com and wondered to myself how often this scenario plays itself out time again. How much history is lost or forget when no one is left with the mean to take care of it. The quest Continue reading The quest to save local history
In previous book reviews, I have mentioned that the British National Archives has produced some wonderful books for searching their records. All the books I have covered so far have been on UK military history and relevant documents for genealogical Continue reading Immigrants and Aliens: A Guide to Sources on UK Immigration and Citizenship
A couple of weeks ago Leland wrote a blog announcing the release for the fifth edition of the Genealogist’s Handbook for New England Research. I have finally had a chance to go through the book for myself and I must Continue reading Genealogists’s Handbook for New England Research, 5th Edition
Map Guide to German Parish Registers: Kingdom of Bavaria V – Schwaben is the fifth of ten volumes covering Bavaria. This is also volume 18 of the now 41 total volumes in the Map Guide to German Parish Registers series. Continue reading Map Guide to German Parish Registers: Kingdom of Bavaria V – Schwaben
Life During the Civil War is an educational and entertaining collection of articles on the war, written by David A. Norris. Norris takes the reader beyond the battle fields and into the homes and occupations of Americans, including the soldiers, Continue reading Life During the Civil War
Know any girl scouts? One troop took on a project they will remember for a long long time. They cataloged burial records. What a great way to both get service hours and introduce these young girls to family history. The Continue reading Great Girl Scout Project: Catalog Burial Records
Although the majority of the 1890 census was burned when a fire razed the Commerce Department Building in 1921, and the few remaining fragments destroyed by 1935, there is one group of the population whose records have endured. In addition Continue reading Mississippi 1890 Census Index of Civil War Veterans and Their Widows
I thought this article was worth sharing with every one of you. Since most genealogists today are avid computer users, especially using the Internet for research, this article may be as important as any other we feature here. The article Continue reading A Warning For Every Computer-Using Genealogist
Heads of Families at the First Census of the United States Taken in the Year 1790 is a series of books which provide abstracts from the 1790 U.S. Census for the heads of house for each state. This volume covers Continue reading Heads of Families at the First Census of the United States Taken in the Year 1790, Maine
When talking about the origins of ancestral roots in America, New York may come first to mind for many people. However, no major city can be ignored in research. Many people can trace their family trees through one or more Continue reading Finding Your Chicago Ancestors
The National Archives issued a press release regarding a new 160 page guide to conducting family research at the Archives. A copy of the release can be read on the Wall Street Journal Market Watch site: Genealogy Tool Kit Published Continue reading National Archives Publishes 160 Page Guide to Family Research
I have long suggested that writing one’s own story should be an integral part of doing genealogy. What is the point of gathering information on the lives of our ancestors if we don’t help perpetuate the process by leaving as Continue reading Finding Your Voice: Write Your Life Story
Heads of Families at the First Census of the United States Taken in the Year 1790 is a series of books which provide abstracts from the 1790 U.S. Census for the heads of house for each state. This volume covers Continue reading Heads of Families at the First Census of the United States Taken in the Year 1790, New Hampshire
The following press release makes an interesting read, with a twist. Perfect for celebrating 100 years since the passing of Bram Stoker. News release: Monday, April 16, 2012 Dracula Was Irish Not Transylvanian, Says Genealogist Who Last Traced Obama’s Irish Continue reading Dracula was Irish?