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Using University Special Collections for Family History Research

November 22, 2019 by Rachel - Legacy Tree Genealogists Editor Leave a Comment

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If you're not including university special collections in your genealogy research arsenal, you may be missing out on finds that add valuable context to your ancestors' lives.  The Civil War diary of my first cousin, five times removed, detailing his experience at the battle of Vicksburg. The original botanical sketches for my great-great-grandfather’s work on South African flowers, including his handwritten notes. Advertisements for the barbering business of another … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Genealogy Records and Resources, Genealogy Tips & Best Practices Tagged With: archives, family history research, genealogy, record collections, school records, tips

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