Are you continuing to hit a genealogical brick wall searching for an elusive ancestor? Here are 4 unique tips that may help!One of the things I love about genealogy is the fascinating variety of names and the many forms that one particular name can take. One memorable name that I encountered recently was Cadwallader Slaughter, often shortened to Cad Slaughter. What a name! It’s a delicate science using names to determine the identity of one person, or distinguishing between many … [Read more...]
Researching Irish Ancestry
Researching Irish ancestry can be a challenge. If you find yourself with a genealogical "brick wall", checking these available records may help!Finding an Irish immigrant’s area of origin can be challenging, but there are several Irish, U.S., and Canadian records that may give you this information. This article will discuss civil registration, immigration, church, vital, and cemetery records and how these records can assist you in finding your ancestor’s place of origin.Researching Irish … [Read more...]
Finding Your Immigrant Ancestor’s Origin
Discovering your immigrant ancestor's origin can be exactly what you need to break through your genealogical brick walls! It can be deeply satisfying to discover where your international roots lie and trace your immigrant ancestor's origin. We've helpd many clients do this, and offer the following tips to help your trace your own lineage.Getting StartedOften family stories will provide clues about where your ancestors came from “way back when.” With or without that as a start, there … [Read more...]