Category Archives: Genealogy Websites

Tracing Ancestors Online: My Favourite Genealogy Sites

Posted on October 6, 2009 by Ros

When I started tracing ancestors (way back in the early 80s) the internet had not yet been born, and the computer was yet to become a household item.  So when I started getting interested in my own heritage my first port … Continue reading →

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Do Your UK Ancestry Research at Find My Past

Posted on June 17, 2009 by Ros

Ancestry research has become one of the most popular hobbies in the UK.  As more records have become more available online, there has been a sharp increase in interest in the last five years.  TV programmes, such as Who Do … Continue reading →

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Genealogy Records Online and Family Surnames

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Ros

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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London Genealogy: The Poor Law Records

Posted on May 2, 2009 by Ros

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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Genealogy Websites: A UK Ancestor Finder

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Ros

There are many genealogy websites that will help you find your UK ancestors, but one of the most popular is Genes Reunited.  I had heard about this site quite a lot before I joined myself.  As a member of Friends … Continue reading →

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