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Lost in translation: uncovering genealogical insights in non-english records
Genealogical research often involves diving into records written in languages other than your own,...
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Ancestor occupations you never considered
Genealogical research often brings to light fascinating details about the lives of our ancestors,...
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Linguistic ancestry – how dialects and names reflect family history
Linguistic ancestry is a powerful lens through which we can explore family history. The dialects...
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Myth-busting family legends with historical records
Family legends often add color and intrigue to our personal histories, but they can sometimes blur...
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The Genealogy of Place: Exploring Ancestral Geographies
Our family histories are often shaped as much by place as by lineage. From bustling cities to rural villages, the environments our ancestors inhabited left lasting imprints on their lives—and ours.
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Navigating the Ethics of Genetic Health Information in Genealogy
Genealogy research using genetic information can uncover fascinating details about our ancestry....
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Genealogy News
Records
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Free Historical Records Update on FamilySearch November 2024
Recently, FamilySearch added 5.4 million new records to its free online archives. Some exciting additions include 1.6 million parish records from Wales, 1.2 million neighborhood census records from the Philippines, and nearly one million Russian church records.
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Organisations
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Bill of Rights Day education programs at the National Archives
In celebration of Bill of Rights Day on December 15, the National Archives will host a virtual...
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A tribute to the past – replica sopwith 1½ strutter takes to the skies after decades of dedication
A meticulous 24-year endeavour by the Aviation Preservation Society of Scotland (APSS) has borne...
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Family History Guides
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Genealogical pitfalls – common mistakes and how to avoid them
Genealogical research is a fascinating journey into the past, uncovering the stories of ancestors...
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Life Stories
Real ancestors, real lives
Author Kate Atkinson’s surprising family history discovery
Celebrated author Kate Atkinson, best known for her intricately plotted novels, recently uncovered...
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Podcasts
From the library with love
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
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