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Top 3 Resources to Trace Your Ancestry in Guatemala

February 19, 2021 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 6 Comments

Legacy Tree Genealogists works with researchers from across the globe to access records for our clients. We asked one of our onsite researchers located in Guatemala to share an overview of the top 3 resources for tracing your Guatemalan ancestry. A journey through Guatemala history is essential to understand the nature of Guatemala genealogy records. Guatemala, like the rest of the Central America countries, was colonized by the Spaniards, who arrived in 1524 and conquered the native … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Onsite, Onsite Tagged With: ancestry, archives, family history, family tree, genealogy, Guatemala, Guatemalan, Legacy Tree Onsite, records

Digging Into Your Chinese Ancestry: Chinese Repatriation of Bones

February 4, 2021 by Kim - Legacy Tree Genealogists Project Manager 2 Comments

Learn about the Chinese repatriation of bones and how you can uncover records related to your Chinese ancestors. The Chinese people were one of many cultures who immigrated from their homeland seeking better opportunities. Beginning in the mid-19th century, Chinese immigrants sought their fortunes in the Gold Rushes of the United States, Canada, and Australia. They significantly contributed to the labor forces by building railroads, working in mining and agriculture, and establishing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asian Genealogy, Genealogy Records and Resources Tagged With: Asian, China, Chinese, family history, genealogy, genealogy records, genealogy resources, repatriation of bones

Legacy Tree Onsite: Using the Bulgarian State Archives in Family History Research

January 22, 2021 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 7 Comments

Legacy Tree Genealogists works with researchers from across the globe to access records for our clients. We asked one of our onsite researchers located in Bulgaria to share an overview of the various record collections available at the Bulgarian State Archives for family history research. The Bulgarian State Archives Bulgaria, officially the Republic of Bulgaria (Република България), occupies the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. The national record keeper is the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Onsite, Onsite Tagged With: archives, Bulgaria, Bulgarian, Bulgarian State Archives, family history, genealogy, Legacy Tree Onsite, onsite

Family Reunion Activities to Connect in Person and Virtually

January 17, 2021 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 6 Comments

Planning a family reunion or gathering? We've created a list of activities for planning the perfect family reunion - whether that's in-person or virtual! Family gatherings and reunions are an excellent time to learn more about one another and connect both in person and virtually. If you are looking for some great ways to connect with family, here are a few of our favorite ideas. In Person Family Reunion Activities We all know the drill. You figure out your budget, decide when and where you’re … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Genealogy Tips & Best Practices Tagged With: activities, family history, family reunion, family reunions, genealogy, planning, tips, virtual

DNA to the Rescue! Solving an Irish Genealogy “Brick Wall”

January 8, 2021 by Jamie - Legacy Tree Genealogists Researcher 8 Comments

solving an Irish genealogy "brick wall" with DNA evidence

A case study that demonstrates how to use document evidence in conjunction with DNA evidence to resolve an Irish genealogy "brick wall". *Shared with client permission Researchers with Irish ancestors have often thrown up their hands in despair when they learn about the massive record loss on that small island. Knowing one’s birthdate or even one’s age was not an Irish cultural value until well into the 20th century, which further complicates Irish research. “Crossing the pond” to document … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adoption & Genetic Genealogy, Genealogy Records and Resources, Irish Ancestors Tagged With: ancestry, brick wall, census, DNA, evidence, family history, genealogy, genealogy resources, genealogy tips, genetic genealogy, Ireland, Irish

Legacy Tree Top 10: Best Family History Blog Articles from 2020

December 28, 2020 by Legacy Tree Genealogists Leave a Comment

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A countdown of the best family history blog articles from 2020. Another year has come and gone, and what a year it has been! Before we usher 2020 out the door, we want to share our countdown of the best family history blog articles from the past year. Did your favorite make the list? 10. There’s a Degree in That?? Genealogical Education Opportunities 9.  Third Cousins Twice Removed and Consanguinity: Figuring Out How You’re Related to Your Relatives 8. Understanding Your AncestryDNA … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Legacy Tree Genealogists Tagged With: 2020, blog, family history, favorite, genealogy, genealogy resources, genealogy tips, popular

Secrets of Murder: Uncovering a Family History Mystery

December 11, 2020 by Jessica - Legacy Tree Genealogists Researcher 9 Comments

People often ask professional genealogists why they chose genealogy as a profession. What was the catalyst that started their journey into family history? Mine was simple: my grandparents grew up during the Great Depression in rural Alabama, and they chose not to relive those experiences and never passed on their family history to their children or grandchildren.  I had been interested in my family history from a young age, but efforts to glean any information about my grandmother Marie’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Newspapers Tagged With: family history, family history mystery, family secrets, genealogists, genealogy, genealogy resources, murder, newspaper

A Step-by-Step Guide to Researching Historical Newspapers

December 6, 2020 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 2 Comments

For many record groups used by genealogists, there are intuitive molds of sorts for getting started. The U.S. Census is taken on the “0” year every decade. American vital records are usually documents controlled on the state level. The type and availability of church registers is determined by a denomination’s beliefs. But historical newspapers? Well, they break the mold as a record group—with not only diversity of content but also a multitude of sources that need to be used harmoniously for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Newspapers Tagged With: family history, genealogy, genealogy resources, genealogy tips, historical, newspapers

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