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Researching African American Ancestors: Funeral Programs and Photo Archives
20th-Century African American researchers will find funeral programs and photo archives invaluable. There is a rich tradition revolving around funeral programs. As a result, numerous archives have intentionally collected them, and many are now placing them online for all to access. You will find many details of genealogical relevance that help us fill in evidentiary gaps, and sometimes photos are included. Speaking of pictures, there is something magical about seeing a photograph of an ancestor we may have never met that is priceless. Let’s explore some collections rich in photos of African Americans; maybe your ancestors are included. -
Land Barons or Dirt Farmers: Finding Land Transactions
In most cases, the purchase of a home and land is the largest expenditure of a lifetime. Following the land will often identify the Ancestor and family. Learn how to trace an individual through property records and how to trace a specific property. Although it is possible to locate an individual’s land from historic records, we will focus on working backwards from a current deed. -
What Will You Learn in 2021?
Educational opportunities abound in 2021 for the budding genealogist to the professional! Here is a list of the largest conferences and institutes taking place in 2021 (and 2022). Check your calendar and make sure you attend at least one! Conferences RootsTech Connect Where: VirtualWhen: February 25-27, 2021Registration: Open NowWebsite: https://www.rootstech.orgCost:… -
The Florida Genealogist – Vol XLIII – Issue 1 & 2 – June & December 2020
Inside this issue:
• Filling in the Blanks: Identifying Mary and Sweet Baby James
• Finding Florida Images in the Digitized Photo Collections of the Library of Congress
• Tips for Tracing Italian Roots Online
• Election Returns: An Unusual but Valuable Source
• 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage
• Jefferson County, FL Undertakers and Coffin Dealers Monthly Reports: August 1918-September 1919 -
How Research Plans Can Up Your Genealogical Game
Research is more effective and productive if we make a plan before we dive in. Without planning, we run the risk of overlooking or misunderstanding important records. Learn the steps and techniques of research planning that will save time and frustration and can even help break down brick walls. -
Florida State Genealogical Society Appoints Editor-in-Chief for The Florida Genealogist Journal
NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:11 December 2020 FLORIDA, December 11, 2020 — The Florida State Genealogical Society (FSGS) announces the appointment of Annette Burke Lyttle as Editor-in-Chief of its journal, The Florida Genealogist (TFG). “Annette’s deep experience in editing, education, and genealogy will ensure an exceptionally high-quality journal for our FSGS members,” noted Marlis Humphrey,… -
Traveling the US Marine Highway
All states have navigable waterways. These include rivers like the Mississippi, bays like Chesapeake, canals like the Miami, or lakes that link an area to other states or even the ocean. Across the United States, there are 250,000 rivers and canals that create the inland waterway system. For our ancestors, marine travel was an integral part of their lives. While many researchers have river ancestors, they have no idea where to start to look for records. Discover the various avenue of research for our ancestors who lived by or used the waterways for their livelihood and transportation.Pat is a professional researcher with over 30 years of experience. Besides lecturing across the country, she is a course coordinator at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) and teaches at St. Louis Community College. She served as the Education Manager of the National Genealogical Society till March 2018.
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Florida Archives Month
Learn how to research at the State Archives of Florida with their valuable collections of materials offline and online. -
The Great War: Researching Your World War I Ancestors
Fought between 1914-1918 with the United States at the start of the war having officially declaring neutrality. Back home citizens got caught up with events unfolding on the world stage, with thousands of Americans crossed the border to fight for Canada, along with uneasy tensions with Mexico war became inevitable. On April 6, 1917 President Woodrow Wilson asked Congress to declare war on Germany and to mobilize the resources of the United States. Many genealogical sources share the feeling, attitudes along with the reactions of our Government by searching for our ancestor’s connection to this war.Michael L. Strauss, AG, is a professional Accredited Genealogist and a nationally recognized speaker. A native of Pennsylvania and a resident of Utah, he has been employed as a Forensic Genealogist for more than 25 years. Strauss has a BA in History and is a United States Coast Guard veteran.
