In my presentation I will cover a historical overview of Eastern Europe, and how it morphed through divisions and border changes, from wars and battles into the countries that we have in today’s world. I cover the majority of countries … Continued
This lecture traces the immigration path of one Italian Immigrant, from Southern Italy, to North America in the 1920s using documentation and family stories. https://vimeo.com/384395054/483030414b?share=copy The video can be viewed in fullscreen by clicking on the expand icon (four diagonal … Continued
The Genealogical Proof Standard isn’t just a way to measure the reliability of your research after the fact. It’s actually a excellent way to help you work your way through tough research problems. In this lecture, I’ll show you how … Continued
Does your genealogy research get bogged down when you find new clues about an ancestor? Do you stop everything and chase after that BSO (“bright and shiny object”)? Learn how to increase your research efficiency and still remember that new … Continued
Many of us are faced with genealogical brick walls involving ancestors who lived in the 1700s or early 1800s. Autosomal DNA testing is increasingly becoming an integral part of modern genealogical research used to help solve these types of problems. … Continued
Parish and civil registration records are the workhorse of German genealogy. Many researchers are unaware that there are manifold resources ranging from probate and court records to mortgage registers, tax lists, registers of settlers, and more, held by local and … Continued
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