Verifying Information
Anyone who has done family history research online for some time will have noticed one very significant fact: there is a LOT of misleading information!
Solving Problems in Your Family History
The importance of research in family history cannot be overstated. Sometimes a quick search will give you the information you want, while other problems require extensive research to solve. When a clue is missing or appears out of
Family History Timelines
When a family historian has exhausted all the obvious sources of information, establishing a timeline may be a helpful exercise in locating further information.
Errors in Family History Records
Almost every family history database has errors. Transcription mistakes, language and a lack of experience may all lead a family history researcher astray. Here are some potential issues to think about.
Common Research Mistakes
Most people when they begin family history research focus on adding names to family trees and locating as many previous generations as possible. But, in doing so, researchers are prone to making errors that might result in a brick
Backing Up Your Files
Backing Up Your Files Organising Your Research Family Historian spend considerable time researching their ancestry, collecting vital records and building family trees. Backing up your research is an important step in preserving your family tree research. If possible follow the 3-2-1
Genealogy Software & Family History Websites
Genealogy Software & Family History Websites Organising Your Research When you first begin to research your family history, it may seem easy to remember who you are researching, what you have found and the family relationships. However, as your research expands you
Preserving Your Digital Material
Preserving Your Digital Material Organising Your Research Personal photos, papers, music and videos are important to us. They record the details of our lives and help define us. But increasingly our possessions and our communications are no longer material: they’re digital. Storing your
Taking Care of Original Documents
Taking Care of Original Documents Organising Your Research Many people have letters, diaries, postcards, or other paper documents they want to keep. Preserving your important documents helps ensure they last for future generations. Keep the originals of any old family documents, certificates, letters,
Organising Your Research – Physical Files
Organising Your Research – Physical Files Organising Your Research Taking the time to get well-organized will save you time later and it will help you research more efficiently. When you start off investigating family history, you’ll find that information can build up
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