Genealogy Records
This category of articles focuses on places to find genealogy records for family research. In order to do robust genealogy research, it is necessary to go beyond census records to find vital records, boat records, land records, homestead records and others. These articles cover a wide range of record types to help you become a better genealogist.
List of Articles:
Visiting FHL: Making the Most of Your Trip
Using the National Archives (NARA) for Genealogy Research
Ancestry.com: Getting the Most from your Subscription
Requesting Genealogy Vital Records
FamilySearch: A Necessity for all Genealogists
Canadian Genealogy Research using the Internet
Researching Ancestors through Military Records
Using a Platte Map to Research Ancestors
Finding Civil War Soldiers in Your Family Tree
A Case for Using GenealogyBank over Ancestry
Searching the U.S. Social Security Death Index
Seeking your Ellis Island Ancestry
Find the Inventor in your Family Tree
Finding Ancestors in Federal Land Records
Naturalization of Foreign-Born Ancestors
Searching Castle Garden Passenger Lists
Locate Lost Ancestors with Military Draft Cards
Free Historical Newspapers at Chronicling America
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Using Historical Maps for Genealogy
Researching North Dakota Ancestors
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Leading Causes of 1800’s Infant Mortality
Download Free Genealogy Charts
Exploring FamilySearch’s Facial Recognition Tool
One-Step Genealogy with Stephen Morse
Searching Castle Garden Passenger Lists
Researching Last Name Meanings and Origins
The Real Truth about Family Coat of Arms
When to Employ Reverse Genealogy
Researching Ancestors Using Obituaries
Using Cyndi’s List for Genealogy Research
FamilySearch: A Necessity for all Genealogists
Ancestry.com: Getting the Most from your Subscription
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Family Story (21)
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Beginner
Guide
Genealogy Quick Start Guide for Beginners
Applying the Genealogy Proof Standard to your Research
Google Genealogy Research Toolbox
Find Records
Researching Ancestors through Military Records
Using the National Archives (NARA) for Genealogy Research
Using U.S. Census Records
Canadian Genealogy Research using the Internet
Tips
Genealogy Source Citations Made Easy
Listening to Genealogy Podcasts Made Easy