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These brief historical and informational snippets about genealogy and history should encourage and help you advance your family tree.

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AF-069: Identifying the Era of a Photo By its Type 12.04.2016 6:06

Identifying your family photographs starts with identifying what type they are. The type of photograph can reveal the era in which it was taken. In this episode of the Ancestral Findings Podcast… I’ll talk about when you know the era… it can be easier to ID the people. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes

AF-068: Native Americans in the Civil War: A Forgotten History 05.04.2016 4:59

Not many people know that Native Americans participated in the Civil War. They actually fought on both sides. Today on the Ancestral Findings Podcast we'll talk about why they fought and what role they played. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes © AncestralFindings.com

AF-067: WWI Draft Cards: Where to Find Them and What They Can Tell You About Your Ancestors 29.03.2016 6:26

Have you used the WWI draft card collection yet to search your family tree? You should. Here are the valuable pieces of information you'll find in them. http://www. GenealogyGold.com http://www.ancestralfindings.com/WWI http://www.ancestralfindings.com/wwi-familysearch Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes © AncestralFindings.com

AF-066: How to Find Family Members for Homeless Genealogical Artifacts 22.03.2016 5:46

Did you get a family heirloom that doesn't belong to your family? Here's how to find it 's true owner and why you should do it. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes © AncestralFindings.com

AF-065: Mail Order Brides: A History of Love in the Wild West 15.03.2016 5:44

Mail order brides were popular in the Old West in the United States. Here's why, and why so many women decided to become them... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes © AncestralFindings.com

AF-064: Genealogical Numbering: What is it and How to Use It 08.03.2016 5:03

What is genealogical numbering? It is actually a very important part of your research. Here's what it is, what it does, and how to use it in your family trees... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes © AncestralFindings.com

AF-063: What is an Abstract and Why Do You Need to Use Them in Genealogy Research? 01.03.2016 4:28

What is a genealogical abstract? Do you need to take one when you're researching? Here's an explanation of abstracts and when you should use one in genealogy... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes © AncestralFindings.com

AF-062: Where Did Your Ancestor Live? How to Interpret Plat Maps 23.02.2016 4:28

Have you ever wondered where your ancestor lived? You can often use old plat maps to discover the location of their homestead. In this episode of the Ancestral Findings Podcast I’ll show you how to read the maps... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS feed. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/feedburner © AncestralFindings.co...

AF-061: How to Organize Your Family Photos 16.02.2016 8:43

Are you having difficulty figuring out the best way to organize your family photos? Here are some suggestions that work... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS feed. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/feedburner © AncestralFindings.com

AF-060: 3 Overlooked Clues in Genealogical Documents 09.02.2016 4:01

Are you looking at a genealogy brick wall? Here are three hidden clues you can often find in genealogical documents that will let you break through it... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS feed. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/feedburner © AncestralFindings.com

AF-059: How to Find a Wife's Name When it's Not Obvious 02.02.2016 7:16

Sometimes, finding the name of someone's wife can be difficult in genealogy. There are usually more records regarding men than women in ages past. Here are some tips for finding those wives... http://www. GenealogyGold.com Subscribe via iTunes. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS feed. http://www.ancestralfindings.com/feedburner © AncestralFindings.com

AF-058: Fun Tips for Getting Your Children Involved in Genealogy 26.01.2016 6:04

Do you wish your children were interested in genealogy like you? They can be. All you have to do is use the right techniques with them. These tips work on almost any kid. Start using them today. - Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2016 AncestralFindings.com

AF-057: Using eBay to Further Your Genealogical Research 19.01.2016 5:45

Have you ever considered using eBay to research your family history? Believe it or not, it's an excellent resource. Here's how to use it to your best advantage. - Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2016 AncestralFindings.com

AF-056: Organizing and Storage Tips for Your Genealogy Research 12.01.2016 6:40

Do you need advice on how to organize and store your genealogy research so you can easily keep track of everything? Here's exactly what you need to do. - Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2016 AncestralFindings.com

AF-055: 3 Photo Identification Tips You Never Knew 05.01.2016 5:24

Do you have old photos you can't identify? Most people do. Here are some sneaky genealogy tricks you can use to cause those photos to reveal their secrets. - Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2016 AncestralFindings.com

AF-054: 11 Genealogy Research Tips to Use at Your Next Family Reunion 29.12.2015 7:49

Your family reunion should be about communion with family as well as family history. Here are 11 ways to incorporate genealogy research into your reunion. - Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-053: How to Overcome the Difficulties of Finding Female Ancestors 22.12.2015 6:08

Are you searching for the origins of some elusive female ancestors? Here are four tried and true research techniques for discovering your female family lines. - Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-052: Tracing Your New Jersey Ancestors: Online and Offline Resources 15.12.2015 7:41

Do you have New Jersey ancestry and are looking for sources to start researching your family tree in the Garden State? There are a lot of resources you can use, both free and paid, to find those New Jersey ancestors. Because it is one of the original 13 colonies, records for the state go back for centuries. There is plenty to find. Here are some online and offline sources for New Jersey genealogic...

AF-051: Witches in the Family? Resources for Researching the Families of the Salem Witch Trials 08.12.2015 6:01

Are you interested in the history of the Salem witch trials of 1692? Do you wonder if you have a genealogical connection to any of the people involved in it? It's a unique distinction since not everyone in New England was involved. If you have an ancestor who you can connect to Salem Village of Danvers in some way, you may just have a witch trials connection... Learn More http://www. GenealogyGold...

AF-050: What is the Genealogical Proof Standard and Why Should You Use It? 01.12.2015 6:47

What is the Genealogical Proof Standard? Why should you care, and why should you use it in your genealogy research? It's an important tool. Here's why. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-049: The Cousin Connection: Explaining the Various Levels of Cousins 24.11.2015 6:44

Have you ever wondered what a 2nd cousin three times removed is? What does "removed" even mean in genealogy? Here's how to figure out your cousin relationships. Cousin Chart: http://www.ancestralfindings.com/cousins http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-048: Using Cemetery Records to Uncover Unknown Ancestors 17.11.2015 4:38

Cemetery records, particularly burial records, are invaluable genealogical resources for discovering unknown ancestors. In this episode I’ll show you how to find and use them. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-047: Using Military Records to Construct Family Trees 10.11.2015 4:44

Military records can be excellent sources for breaking down genealogy brick walls. Here's how to find and use military records to solve genealogy mysteries. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-046: Why Oral Histories Are So Crucial to Good Genealogy, Part 2 03.11.2015 7:00

Oral histories are a crucial part of genealogical research. Interviewing older relatives can reveal a wealth of previously unknown information. Here's why. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com

AF-045: Why Oral Histories Are So Crucial to Good Genealogy, Part 1 27.10.2015 6:02

Oral histories are a crucial part of good genealogy research. Whether you're conducting them or reading them, they provide invaluable information. Here's why. http://www. GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com