26th Year, No. 20 — May 27, 2021
Researching Old Photo Studios to Identify 19th Century Photographs
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There are a lot of things you can use as clues in identifying old photographs. Hairstyles, clothing styles, and the type of photograph it is are just a few of them.
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Alternative Records: A Closer Look at Birth Records #4
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There are times when you will not find an official birth record for a person. This could be because one never existed, or that it was lost to time. If you cannot find a birth record, there are alternative places to look to get a good idea of when a person was born. Try these alternative birth records.
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Genealogy Gold Podcast
These bite-sized episodes are perfect for busy researchers, with tightly focused topics. You’ll enjoy the thrill of the hunt, the adventure, and the excitement of researching your ancestors.
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| AF-480: Y-DNA and the Enigma of Richard III | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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| AF-482: The Rich and Spicy History Behind General Tso's Chicken | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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| AF-483: Mayflower Passengers: Not All Were There for Religious Reasons | Ancestral Findings Podcast
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The Difference Between II and Jr.
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Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Jr and II after someone’s name? It seems like it would mean the same thing, but these suffixes are actually quite different. Here is what you need to know, so you can be more accurate with understanding your genealogy research.
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What Your German Surname Says About Your Ancestors
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German surnames have histories going back to the Middle Ages, and each one tells a story about the original medieval person who bore it. Knowing the history of these names can tell you things about your ancient ancestors the written records cannot. Join me today on the Ancestral Findings Podcast and I’ll talk about what you need to know about your German surname and what it can tell you about your ancestors.
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Why Did Some African-Americans Fight for the Confederacy?
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The presence of African American soldiers in the Confederate army is a little known fact of the Civil War. Here are the answers you need to know.
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