Monthly Archives: May 2009

Genealogy Records Online and Family Surnames

The internet has been a marvellous tool for family historians.  Indexes and records that previously could only be seen by travelling to an archives office can now be searched, and often viewed, online within minutes and a few mouse clicks.  … Continue reading

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British ancestor search services

Tracing your ancestors in the UK can be difficult when you do not have access to the archives and are unable to look at sources.  British ancestry can be researched online back to 1837 but online sources should always be … Continue reading

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London Genealogy: The Poor Law Records

The Origins Network has just made available a series on the City of London Poor Law Records.  For anyone who is researching their London genealogy, this is a resource that you should not miss.  Poor law records are underused by … Continue reading

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