Solutions for Broken Website Links
Every genealogist has experienced the frustration of clicking on a link and discovering that the page is gone or the resource is now defunct. Things change rapidly as technology evolves, so it's a problem that isn't going away any time soon. Genealogy Gems Podcast...
The Music Theory of Genealogy
Lessons in life often translate to lessons in genealogy. Here's an example of how digging deeper can have you singing a happier research tune. The Music of My Childhood When I was a kid I had a million interests (and I still do.) I loved art of all kinds -...
Time to Explore New Online Genealogical Records
You're going to want to make some time in your schedule this week to explore these new genealogy records that just might help you discover a new branch of your family tree! This week we highlight a wide variety of intriguing records including historical maps, oral...
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 231
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 231 with Lisa Louise Cooke July 2019 Listen now, click player below: Download the episode (mp3) In this episode: The latest tech news from Google Earth, FamilySearch and MyHeritage Alice's Story - genealogy research with blogger...
Europeana for Genealogy: WWI Digital Archive, Newspapers and More
Europeana is a digital doorway to European cultural heritage that everyone with European roots will find interesting and enlightening. Funded by the European Commission and Ministries of Culture in 21 member states, the Europeana website is home to nearly: 19 million...
New Online Genealogy Records This Week – June 28, 2019
Genealogical records come in all shapes and sizes and this week's records round up even includes round records! Keep reading because you never know what you'll find. Photographs at Indiana Album I love this website simply for the tag line Historic Photographs...
Find Historical Photos at Flickr Creative Commons
Historical photos and images can bring depth and understanding to genealogical findings. In the case of sharing your family history with others in your family who don't share your passion for genealogy, they are an essential part of bringing family history to life....
South Africa Genealogy Records & More Online
Featured this week are new and updated records for South Africa. The all-free site FamilySearch has two new and one updated collection for South Africa including death and probate records and passenger lists. Ancestry.com also has an updated collection of church...
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 230
with Lisa Louise Cooke June 2019 Listen now, click player below: Download the episode (mp3) In this episode: The story of Roy Thran Writing your story with author Karen Dustman Lisa's adventures in England Please take our quick PODCAST SURVEY which will take less...
Swedish Genealogy Records & Resources Online
This week's Friday records post is all about Swedish genealogy! Findmypast has added 12 million Swedish records to their international collection, and we'll show you other resources for accessing similar records. We'll also highlight some past unique collections for...
New & Updated US Genealogy Records Online
From coast to coast, U.S. records from the 'genealogy giants' are new and updated this week. Findmypast has a new collection of mine accident records for Pennsylvania (and we'll also highlight a similar collection for England). Ancestry.com has updated a large number...
Millions of New Genealogy Records Online for Norway & Europe
The UK 'genealogy giant' Findmypast has made exciting new updates to their records this week! They've announced over 100 million new European records are now available online, and this week highlights their extensive collection for Norway. Also new this week are...
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 229
with Lisa Louise Cooke May 2019 Listen now, click player below: Download the episode (mp3) In this episode: Two listeners shares an exciting find using Lisa's research strategies Lisa provides next steps on German research in response to a listener question Your...
MyHeritage’s New Health+Ancestry DNA Kit
New on the DNA Front: The new MyHeritage DNA Health + Ancestry test is now available and provides comprehensive health reports for conditions affected by genetics including heart disease, breast cancer, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. Plus you'll still get...
Find Your Ancestors in the Scotland Census Now at FamilySearch
Is that the sound of bagpipes? It might be, because the Scotland 1901 Census is now available at FamilySearch! Learn more about what you'll find in this collection and get top tips from a Scottish genealogy expert on how to find your ancestors is in Scottish records....
NEWS: Who Do You Think You Are? Comes Home to NBC
It's a genealogy homecoming! It has just been announced that the hit TV show "Who Do You Think You Are?" is returning to its original home network NBC after 7 years. Read on to learn more about this exciting transition and what's in store for the new season. ...
New U.S. WWI Military Records for Genealogy
Topping the list of new and updated genealogy records this week are United States military records. Ancestry.com has a new collection of U.S. Navy Muster Rolls and an updated collection of historical postcards. Enjoy a special interview with military expert Michael...
Standing in Judgment of Our Ancestors
Standing in judgement of our ancestors may be unavoidable. Genealogists dig up the good, the bad, and the ugly. We cannot pick and choose what we find, but we might be able to pick what and how we share it with others. Recently, I received a letter from a Gem's...