Articles related to "Ancestry"



US CENSUS PART II: THE SOUNDEX INDEXES
finding a census schedule at the NARA
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Ancestry of George W. Bush
A prominent figure in the news these days, George W. Bush is a president with genealogical ties to old English royalty.
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The Tribal Fetish
An Australian perspective on Nanette Croce's article, Aboriginal Wannabes. How is it that Aborigines can be so hated and so idealised simultaneously?
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THE US CENSUS PART IV: VARIABLES
how census schedules vary
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African American Presidents
The article examines J. A. Rogers' Book, "The Five Negro Presidents" in relation to Senator Obama's Presidential Campaign
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KEEPING UP WITH THE GENEALOGICAL NEWS
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SEARCHING ACROSS OCEANS: PART 1
finding a historical location
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Aboriginal Wannabes
Guest writer article from Nanette Croce, at Suite 101's Aboriginal History section.
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ALTERNATIVE RECORDS: SOCIAL SECURITY
using Social Security records in your genealogy research
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GENEALOGICAL HELP ON THE INTERNET
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Holocaust Genealogy Resources
If you have ancestry from Eastern Europe, you may find that your family tree has been touched by the tragic events of the Holocaust.
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SEARCHING FOR DISTANT COUSINS PART II - LETTER WRITING
tips on contacting cousins by mail
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US CENSUS PART I: THE SOUNDEX
the first step in locating census records
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Census Records
A census tracks more than just the number of people living in a country. There is plenty of genealogical information in US and Canadian census records.
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Merlin: Three Versions of His Birth
Is he a god, half-god, or from a mystical Welsh family?
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Nowhere People
Answering some FAQ's about personal identity and duality in Indigenous and non-Indigenous contexts, especially the impact of the "mixed race" myth on Aboriginal heritage.
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US CENSUS PART III: THE CENSUS AND THE FAMILY HISTORY CENTERS
tips on using the FHCenters to find census records
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The American Indian College Fund
This article takes a look at the resources and contact information available to Native American students nationwide, in an effort to improve education and financial aid.
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ALTERNATIVE RECORDS: WILLS & PROBATE
valuable clues can be found in these records
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BallinCity Emigrants World Hamburg
Between 1850 and 1939 over 5 million emigrants passed through Hamburg to leave Europe for good. This museum keeps emigrant records and offers a journey back in time.
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Kennewick on TIME Cover
Kennewick Man made the March 13, 2006 cover of TIME. How fairly did they represent the Native American perspective on the controversy?
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Palin Descent from Pilgrim Richard Warren
Sarah Palin descends from Mayflower pilgrim Richard Warren, about whom not much is known. It is estimated that Warren has 14 million descendants.
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VITAL RECORDS
where to send for birth, marriage and death certificates
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WHERE DO I START?
Beginner's lessons (and great review for the experienced)
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Young George Washington
George Washington, first American President: Early life in Virginia on Rappahannock and Potomac Rivers. Great-grandfather known by Indians as Destroyer of Villages.
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Definition of Aboriginal
The myth of race has long dominated definitions of Aboriginality in Australia, impacting on the plethora of Aboriginal policies that continue to marginalise our peoples.
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Genetics and Genealogy
There are several labs that specialize in DNA testing for genealogical reserach purposes. An interesting way to establish your family tree.
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Get Started in Genealogy
Researching your family can be a daunting task, so its best if you just take it one step at a time. First of all, you have to actually begin.
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Research Irish Ancestors
Another collection of handy and very useful genealogy resources, this time for anyone with Irish heritage. It can be hard to access original vital records from overseas.
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Asian Pacific Islander Month
A look at Asian contributions to American history.
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Castle Garden Immigration Station
Castle Garden is, geographically and historically, in the background of Ellis Island. Yet, as a New York City immigration center, it should be a main attention-getter.
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Discovering Your Family History
Finding ancestors has become a popular pastime, especially for the baby boomers. Here are some tips for tracing your family tree. It's an exciting adventure.
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Labradoodles, Yorkipoos, Puggles
Crossbred designer dogs are popular for several reasons.
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A Short Bio of Michael Ondaatje
The "Short Bio" series is designed to provide an introduction to some of Canada's best-known and respected writers. We begin with a look at Michael Ondaatje.
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KEEPING UP WITH GENEALOGY ON THE INTERNET: SURNAME SEARCHES
a search through the large surname databases
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More Standardbred (Horse) Terms
The more terms one knows within a subject, the better he can understand the whole. Try these general horse and Standardbred meanings of gait, birthdays, and more.
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Eh? Esf
Site review of Canada's Out of This World: Canadian Science Fiction and Fantasy, an electronic exhibition.
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French Dit Names
If you have any French ancestors in your family tree, you may have noticed the unusual double-surname custom. What do these "dit" names mean?
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BASIC RESEARCH: PART 1
tips on organizing your basic document research
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Captain Jean-Luc Picard
This is my biography of Picard, the Captain of the Enterprise.
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Paying for Italian Vital Records
I haven't come across many vital records in the United States which can be obtained for free via snail mail. The same is true in Italy. It costs money to locate, copy, and mail these documents. But how do we make a payment when we can't write out a check in US funds?
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What My Readers Want: Numerology and Dreams
LJCrowe shares her reader interest and lets you know the focus of upcoming articles on numerology and dreams. Learn more....
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Charlton Heston Dies at 84
King, Prince, Warrior, God - Charlton Heston played them all, American style
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Crazy for Monchhichi
A history of Monchhichi and little-known tidbits.
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Hand in Glove by Ngaio Marsh
Ngaio Marsh's detective novel "Hand in Glove" provides the traditional mixture of clues, alibis, and entertaining snobbery.
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Nova Scotia Duck Tollers
Originally bred for the purpose of luring and retrieving waterfowl, energetic Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers make wonderful pets.
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Researching Famous Ancestors
Finding notable people in one's family tree is part of the fun of genealogy. There are several good resources for researching your celebrity ancestors.
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Review: Nothing Like the Holidays
The story of Christmas with a Latin spin is one of the best offerings this holiday season.
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Signing the Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact is written, then signed on November 11, 1620.
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Watch for Errors
Double-check your finds to make sure you don't introduce errors and mistakes into your family tree research.
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