Ancestral Findings

Are you trying to get past a genealogical brick wall? Are you simply stuck in your research on a family branch and feel like you are going around in circles? It is time to elevate your research skills...

5 Feb 20197min

Have you tried using Google Images in your genealogy research? If not, it is something you should try. It can bring you amazing discoveries. Today I'll show you how to use it, and why it is such an im...

1 Feb 20197min

Town Line is a tiny hamlet in upstate New York near the Canadian border that inexplicably voted to secede and join the Confederacy during the Civil War. Today we'll explore this intriguing tale of Tow...

29 Jan 20197min

Are you considering getting your DNA tested? It is more affordable and accessible to more people than ever before. Even those who are not genealogists are doing it. Before you test, ask yourself these...

25 Jan 20197min

How popular is genealogy? It is something that is portrayed in the media as being more popular than ever. However, is this really true? Today we'll look at how popular genealogy really is. Show Notes:...

22 Jan 20198min

Are you interested in reading or subscribing to a new genealogy magazine that has something for everyone? Family Tree Magazine is the one for you. Today I'll give you a review of this amazing stalwart...

18 Jan 20197min

Middle names are important genealogical research tools. They can tell you about the political beliefs, personal values, friendships, business connections, and even earlier generations of the family th...

15 Jan 201914min

What are your reasons for doing genealogy? If you are a beginner or haven't started yet, your personal reasons will be your motivation. Today I'll give you the most common reasons for doing genealogy....

11 Jan 20197min