Researching Enslaved Ancestors in the former British Empire
Researching enslaved ancestors in the former British Empire is not as hopeless as it may initially seem. With well kept records and archives…
African American Genealogy
African American Women in Research
Legacy Tree Genealogists’ Adrienne Abiodun provides resources and tips on how to overcome the challenges within African American genea…
Finding Genealogical Information and Clues in the Freedman’s Bank Records
Legacy Tree Genealogists’ Elyse Hill specializes in African American and Southern States research. In this blog, she provides informat…
Honoring and Proving Formerly Enslaved Ancestors Through Lineage Society Membership
Being the descendent of enslaved ancestors, there awaits a unique opportunity to join a specifically interesting lineage society. Here is an…
4 Important Elements for African American Genealogy Research
Many of us face challenges when conducting African American genealogy research. We begin with relatives closest to us, or known information …
7 Resources for African American Genealogy Research
African American genealogy research can be difficult and sometimes requires thinking outside of the box. There are several resources outside…
DNA: Transforming African American Genealogy
Are you interested in learning more about your African American heritage? Advancements in African American DNA testing may provide answers w…