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Occupational Research: Tips for researching your ancestors’ occupations
The nature of work has always been dynamic, shaped by technological advancements, economic shifts, and societal changes… Find out the best ways to get to the bottom of it all!
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Sailing Through Time: Nautical Adventures in Your Ancestral Past
Tracing your ancestors’ nautical adventures can be an illuminating journey, one that unveils the rich tapestry of their lives and the waters they sailed.
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Inked in History: Uncovering the historical significance of tattoos
In this article, we embark on a journey through time and across cultures to uncover the historical significance of tattoos in preserving family histories.
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How to Create a Family Tree and Trace Your Roots
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned genealogist, creating a family tree starts with a strong foundation. Here are essential steps to help you get started on this rewarding adventure.
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Threads of Kinship: Exploring the Textile Traditions in Your Ancestry
In the intricate fabric of our family history, textile traditions and heritage are woven together, binding generations across time and space.
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Eccentric Relatives: Uncovering the Origins of Quirkiness and Unforgettable Characters
As we unravel the enigmatic origins of quirkiness within our lineage, we find that these peculiar traits are more than mere anecdotes—they’re the living legacy of our family’s uniqueness.
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Genealogy News
Records
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Free Historical Records Update on FamilySearch 30th September 2024
Some exciting additions include 3.8 million parish and civil registration records from France, 1 million cemetery records from Chile, and over 500,000 civil registration records from Sri Lanka.
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Organisations
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National Archives to add 19th amendment to permanent ‘Charters of Freedom’ display
The National Archives will add the 19th Amendment - which removed restrictions for women to vote - to the permanent display of the Charters of Freedom in the Rotunda of the National Archives Building in Washington, DC, in March 2026.
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Magnificent seven heritage ‘game changers’ celebrated at national lottery land-art installation
The National Lottery marks its 30th birthday with a stunning 5,400 square meter 'Heritage Tree' land-art installation at English Heritage's Whitby Abbey in Yorkshire.
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Family History Guides
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Genealogy and Heraldry: How to explore family coats of arms, crests, and heraldic symbolism
Heraldry's connection to genealogy lies in its function as a visual record of a family's history, achievements, and affiliations. As individuals rose through the ranks of society, their coats of arms evolved to reflect their changing status and alliances.
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Life Stories
Real ancestors, real livesOlly Murs’ emotional discovery on Who Do You Think You Are?
On the latest episode of the popular BBC One genealogy show Who Do You Think You Are?, British singer Olly Murs embarked on a deeply personal journey to uncover the history of his grandfather, Eduards ‘Eddie’ Murs.
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Podcasts
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Podcast: The power of sisterhood – Matchwomen’s historic strike
In the latest episode of From The Library With Love, host Kate Thompson delves into the remarkable story of the matchwomen’s strike at Bryant & May's factory in 1888.
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Genealogy Books
Discover these fantastic family history and genealogy books!