October 3 is Tag der Deutschen Einheit — German Unity Day — and October 6 is German-American Day. Let’s celebrate “Ahnenfest” – Geneanet’s German ancestor…
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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…
Have you ever heard of Geneastar? Geneastar is a Geneanet website that focuses on the genealogy of famous people. Source: geneanet
After so much success with her Central African search, Tara inspired her friend Marcus to take a DNA test. He expected to see “West Africa”…
A family connection can make historical events feel deeply personal. While you’re tracing your family tree, you might encounter major World War II events, such…
Australia’s story has always been intertwined with the sea. For generations, a punishing ocean voyage was the only route in, whether as a prisoner, a…
Two hundred years ago, a founding community of 53 Norwegians arrived in New York City aboard a small sloop, the Restauration, after an arduous three-month…
When it comes to the challenges of ancestry, nothing holds as much conflict as disagreements over royal lineage. The War of the Roses, fought between…
On October 17-19, 2025, take pictures of graves in a nearby cemetery. Source: geneanet
When you begin your family history research, you’ll likely start with birth, marriage, and death records. But did you know there are many other legal…
As a child, I remember visiting Trigueros del Valle, the village of my great-grandmother Lucila. She always spoke about it with love, though when I…
Before Robert Redford lit up the silver screen with his signature blend of charm and quiet strength, the roots of his brilliance had already been…
Nikola Tesla is a name that sparks imagination. A visionary inventor, futurist, and electrical pioneer, Tesla shaped the modern world in ways we’re still uncovering.…
Geneanet’s Genealogy Library features more than 3 billion individuals. Explore millions of documents in just a few clicks and expand your family tree! Source: geneanet
Vietnamese identity is a rich tapestry built over thousands of years. It’s shaped by people who have endured wars and the creep of modern globalization.…
Over the years, I’ve explored both my own ancestry and that of my late husband. Like many people who enjoy genealogy, I built folders full…
When starting research into her family’s ancestry, my friend Lani’s grandfather told her, “You don’t just have family in Samoa. You are your family.” She…
Over the centuries, wars, changing political landscapes, and natural disasters have forced countless people to leave their homes in search of safety. To many, these…
In August 2025, MyHeritage published 135 million historical records across 10 new and updated collections. These collections are from the United States, France, Ireland, Spain,…