Naturalization & immigration records, passenger lists, travel records, local histories, not to mention your own inherited DNA. There are so many ways to reveal the secrets of the past and learn more about your ancestors.
Newspapers
Whether a marriage announcement, an obituary, or simply making the local news, ancestors can show up in small ways that say a lot about the lives they led.
Military Records
Military records can provide a window not only into your ancestors’ service & their roles within particular military conflicts, but also can reveal family background & circumstance.
Land & Court Records
Deeds & land sales can shed light on families, their relationships, and their movements. Court records likewise can establish financial & family circumstances.
Vital & Probate Records
Birth & death certificates, marriage licenses, divorce records, adoption files, and wills can be treasure troves of information on family relationships.
Census & Voting Records
By establishing where our ancestors lived as well as their occupations, we open so many doors to learn more about the lives they led.