Many beginning genealogists are advised to be aware of the mistake called “the name’s the same.” That phrase refers to finding someone in a source—perhaps…
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Monique Gueunier had been told her whole life that her great-grandfather had disappeared one day, abandoning his wife and child. He was said to have…
Naturalization documents are rich in information for genealogists. Did your European immigrants settle in New York City? The boroughs (counties) of Queens and the Bronx…
Do you have an online tree? Ancestry.com is a useful tool for researching and sharing your family history, making it a great place to take…
Bonjour to all our fellow history enthusiasts and genealogy explorers! In honor of Bastille Day, we’re offering free access to all French records on MyHeritage…
Smartphones combine the functionality of multiple devices: a telephone, camera (both still-photo and video), calculator, GPS-tracking unit, computer and flashlight. Now you can add another…
If applying for a passport or renewing one has been a struggle this year ahead of your summer travel plans — you are not alone!…
Is the summer sun calling you to delve deeper into your family history? Embrace the call and kick-start your journey with our amazing Black Friday…
At Geneanet, we believe genealogy is about sharing — cousins and fellow genealogists benefiting from your research and vice versa. A key aspect of that…
When’s the last time you explored the world’s biggest family tree? Have you checked to see what others know about your relatives? Reconnected old photos…
A: Endogamy is the process of marriage within the same group of people over and over and over again. Jewish, Acadian and island populations (including…
When Estela Ramos was 14 years old, she studied blood types in biology class, and realized something was amiss. She knew that her blood type…
Have you ever heard of Geneastar? Geneastar is a Geneanet website that focuses on the genealogy of famous people. Some new famous family trees have…
Because cemeteries are one of the most important resources for genealogists, Geneanet has launched the project “Save our Graves” to capture graves before they are…
Discovering the name of a Germanic village or town for a specific ancestor or family line is a rewarding achievement! That said, as most German…
In honor of July 4th, MyHeritage explored the family history of Steve Doocy, host of Fox & Friends, and surprised him with information about his…
Julie Mamo’s story begins with a pair of concerned grandmothers chatting at church in Kent, England, in 1955. One grandmother confided in the other that…
In this episode, David Fryxell offers practical advice for researching U.S. colonial ancestors. Plus, learn how to preserve heirloom American flags for many years to…
Today we remember actor Alan Arkin, who passed away yesterday at the age of 89. Image: Alan Arkin / Gordon Correll, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA…
Family reunions offer more than just a chance to catch up with relatives and share generous meals and small talk. They also provide the perfect…