The majority of ancestral Scandinavians shared a small number of given names and surnames. Following ancestors without becoming mixed up in the patronymic pot can be a challenge. This class will provide guidance for focusing on your ancestor and eliminating other possible family lines. We will discuss methodology specific to Scandinavian research to enable your… Continue Reading Jenny Hansen | Which Hans Jensen is Mine? Navigating Patronymics in Scandinavian Research

Learn what FamilySearch’s full-text search capability can do for you! This class will provide you with tips and tricks for making the most of this innovation in genealogical research. We’ll cover various ways to search, how to use wildcards and other tools, ways to filter your results, how to read and save images and transcriptions,… Continue Reading Julia A. Anderson | Secrets for Success: How to Harness the Power of FamilySearch’s Full-Text Search

Dive into the fascinating world of Mid-Atlantic genealogy as we explore essential tools and repositories across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland, equipping participants with resources and strategies for uncovering their familial roots. Whether you are a novice or seasoned researcher, discover how to navigate state archives, leverage historical societies, and harness online… Continue Reading Michelle Chubenko | Top 10 Resources for Mid-Atlantic Genealogy

Hit a genealogy research brick wall? Learn the latest tech tools for creating detailed timelines and how careful data analysis can help you solve cases of merged identities. Merged identities are a common problem in genealogy – especially in online trees. Arranging records in a timeline and careful evidence analysis of each record can separate… Continue Reading Diana Elder | Using Evidence Analysis in a Timeline to Separate Individuals of the Same Name