You may encounter several people of the same name, living in the same community, at the same time. How do you know which is your ancestor? In this online lecture, Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure will introduce you to best practices and organizational tools to untangle common names and add people to your family tree with confidence and accuracy.
Land records are an important, but sometimes overlooked resource for many family historians. They can include critical clues to identifying extended family members, the location of ancestral homesteads, and family relationships. In this lecture, learn how you can locate, read, and apply the information contained in land records to your own family history.
Nearly 250 years ago, America declared its independence from the British Empire, changing the course of history. While many took up the cause and supported revolution, others remained loyal to the British government—turning friends into foes and pitting neighbor against neighbor. In this online lecture, Chief Genealogist David Allen Lambert will discuss how to research your colonial ancestors and determine if—and how—they may have served the cause of the American Revolution.
