Scanning old family photos and documents yields multiple benefits. It creates a digital copy for long-term preservation, and (with digital backup copies) you can edit…
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The Family History Library (FHL) in Salt Lake City, Utah, has long been a go-to place to find genealogical research materials and is the flagship library for FamilySearch International. With the closure of the library a…
From the sophisticated to the whimsical, Japanese culture captures it all. With centuries of iconic architecture, elegant kimonos, and sophisticated designs, Japan is a source…
00:10 Hello, I’m Sunny Morton with Family Tree Magazine here to introduce some popular photo features at genealogy subscription website MyHeritage. The best way to…
In this episode, join our host Lisa Louise Cooke and her guests as they discuss strategies for researching indentured servants, websites for Jewish genealogy research…
On this day in 1953, pioneering aviator Jacqueline Cochran became the first woman to break the sound barrier. Image: Jacqueline Cochran / San Diego Air…
Do you remember watching Tarzan? On this day in 1911, Irish actress Maureen O’Sullivan was born. Often considered Ireland’s first film star, O’Sullivan is perhaps best remembered for her portrayal of…
The line between Inchy and Moeuvres was broken by the 4th Canadian Division on the morning of the 27th September 1918, and the cemetery was…
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we asked you to tell us the best piece of advice or words of wisdom you have received from your…
Thank you to all who sent in photos of the generations of matriarchs in your family tree over the last few weeks as part of…
On May 21-23, 2021, take pictures of graves in a nearby cemetery. Source: geneanet
How can I find information about my Cherokee ancestor? Did my Native American ancestors remain on their land? How do I begin researching my Cherokee…
Back in August of 1992, I noticed an article in my local newspaper, The Easton-Times, regarding a local photographer who restored photos. Nancy Darwin had…
When we released Deep Nostalgia at the end of February this year, we knew our users would be enthralled — but we never dreamed it…
Do you have Japanese ancestors you are looking for? Are you wondering where to look for family records, or do you want to add to…
May 8, 1945 marked the end of one of the darkest periods in modern history. With the formal acceptance of Germany’s unconditional surrender, Europe emerged…
The history of Japanese immigration and emigration is interesting and complex. Immigration to the island nation has historically been limited, partly because of the country’s isolation…
If you’ve hit a brick wall with your UK ancestry, you might be in luck. The 1921 UK census is due to be released in…
On this day in 1840, famous Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was born in Vyatka, Russia. Considered one of the most popular Russian composers in history,…
Jump to: Q: It seems that my great-grandmother is still living. (She was born about 1863!) I can’t find where she died and is buried.…