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Scots have a long history of emigration. In the mid-17th century most migrated to European destinations such as Poland, Scandinavia, the Netherlands, France, and Ireland. Later America became a popular destination. By the early 19th century Australia and South Africa Continue reading Genealogy at a Glance: Scottish Genealogy Research
This Friday, Who Do You Think You Are? is back with another remarkable journey as Helen Hunt examines her family tree. Get your first look at her ancestry with a preview by clicking on the link. Helen Hunt fills in Continue reading Helen Hunt Featured on Who Do You Think You Are? This Friday
The following news release was received from FamilySearch.org: 10 New Digital Images of Historic Documents Created Every Second – Indexing Projects Added for Paraguay, Panama, Bolivia, and Slovakia! Since 2006, FamilySearch has dramatically improved its ability to scan and convert Continue reading FamilySearch Adds Indexing Projects for Paraguay, Panama, Bolivia, and Slovakia – Indexers Needed!
The following was received from APG: The Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) is seeking candidates for the newly created position of E-Newsletter Editor. The 2-4 page electronic newsletter will be produced monthly and placed on the Members Only section of Continue reading APG Seeking Candidates for the Newly Created Position of E-Newsletter Editor
Free Research Series on Southern States Research The Family History Library Hosts Events in April. SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH⎯Genealogists and family history enthusiasts looking for help with research in Southern States will be interested in classes held at the Family Continue reading Free Southern States Research Series to be Held at the Family History Library April 14
Larry Benedict sent me this notice that our friend, Carol Poulos, has just landed a cool job. March 16, 2012: Wantagh Preservation Society Names Poulos as Curator At its March Board of Trustees meeting the Wantagh Preservation Society [of Long Continue reading Wantagh Preservation Society Names Poulos as Curator
Legacy Family Tree users will likely be interested in The Official Unofficial Guide to Using Legacy Family Tree: Plus Research Advice, News, Views and Technology Tips by Geoffrey D. Rasmussen. This guide was built from the knowledge, the tips, and Continue reading The Official Unofficial Guide to Using Legacy Family Tree
The following news release was received from Fold3: War is waged primarily in battle, yet made possible by operations beyond the battlefield as revealed in the WWII European Theater Army Records, a collection of administrative documents compiled by the U.S. Continue reading WWII European Theater Army Records, 1941-1946 Now at Fold3
Interested in reducing the cost of family history research? Here’s a peek at an article from the Hartford Courant: Researching Genealogy On The Cheap March 11, 2012|Korky Vann, Savvy Shopper Like millions of Americans, I’m hooked on the NBC television Continue reading Taking the Inexpensive Approach to Research
“Florida International University has acquired new research materials that could help Hispanic families trace their roots.” Here’s a peek at an article from the Miami Herald: FIU acquires new genealogy research collection The Associated Press MIAMI — Florida International University Continue reading New Research Materials Could Help Hispanic Families Trace Their Roots
Land & Property Research in the United States by E. Wade Hone thoroughly examines the topic, helping researchers quickly determine the type of records available for a particular time and location. Readers will also learn technique to make better use Continue reading Land & Property Research in the United States
The Telegraph, a British news outlet, in association with Ancestry.co.uk, is inviting readers to share their genealogical research tips in their forum. Here is an excerpt from their invitation article: If you’ve already started researching your family history and unearthed Continue reading The Telegraph Offers Family Historians the Opportunity to Share Their Hard-Earned Expertise
Italy did not become a nation, as we know it today, until 1860. The first “Italians” to migrate to the America’s came during colonial times, coming predominately from the northern region of modern Italy. These first immigrants would have identified Continue reading Genealogy at a Glance: Italian Genealogy Research
Map Guide to German Parish Registers: Kingdom of Prussia, Province of Rhineland III and Kingdom of Bavaria, Palatinate (Pfalz) is the third volume covering Rhineland. See the list below for all areas covered. This map guide provides an historical background Continue reading Map Guide to German Parish Registers: Rhineland III and Palatinate (Pfalz)
NOT, This Friday but next, 23 March 2012, will feature Oscar winning actress Helen Hunt. Time: 8/7c “Helen Hunt fills in the missing branches of her family tree and discovers ancestors instrumental in the growth of America.”