In this episode, Robyn Smith explains how census records can be potentially misleading due to inconsistencies. Also, Gena Philibert-Ortega offers tips for preserving your favorite…
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We’re pleased to tell you about a very special, limited-time offer we’re launching this week: from October 1 to October 8, 2023, you can upload…
Did you know that according to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 17% of Americans claim German roots? October 3 marks German Unity Day, and to…
How do I start researching my genealogy? Where does my last name come from? What does it mean? What is the best way to make…
We’re less than a hundred days away from the holidays, and it’s the perfect time to start thinking about gifts. For those looking for something…
In the world of crime, there are stories that grip our imagination and become etched in our collective memory. Among those tales of notoriety, few…
On October 13-15, 2023, take pictures of graves in a nearby cemetery. Source: geneanet
Hands down, the most-common problem I’ve heard from genealogists throughout the years is “I can’t find my ancestor in the census.” Though censuses might have…
Today we remember singer and actress Olivia Newton-John on what would have been her 75th birthday. Image: Olivia Newton-John / Nationaal Archief, CC0 Newton-John was…
In this episode, James Beidler highlights Meyers Gazetteer and how you can use it to better understand Germany’s boundary changes and how they might guide…
We are thrilled to announce the publication of our 1931 Canadian census collection, which includes a complete new index created by MyHeritage. This collection, which…
On September 15, King Carl XVI Gustaf will celebrate 50 years on the throne of Sweden. To mark this event, genealogists and community members at…
Rosie Grant, a librarian and communications manager, visits gravestones around the world and pays tribute to the dead by recreating the recipes she finds on…
Genealogy is not just about compiling a list of names and dates; it’s about discovering the stories, experiences, and personalities of our ancestors. When exploring…
As you research your ancestors from Spanish-speaking countries in civil registry records, you may come across records that you cannot completely understand due to the…
The United States of America is oft-touted as a nation of immigrants. But arrival to (and citizenship of) the United States varied greatly depending on…