Ancestral Findings
943 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★ - 83 ratingsThese brief historical and informational snippets about genealogy and history should encourage and help you advance your family tree.
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AF-040: Military Records and the Fire of 1973
September 22, 2015 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBThe National Personnel Records Center suffered a fire in 1973 that destroyed millions of military service records from 1916 to 1964. Here's what happened. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-039: How Given Names Can Help You Identify Your Ancestor
September 15, 2015 07:00 - 6 minutes - 9.12 MBDid you know first names can be big clues in your genealogy research? Here’s how they can be helpful, as well as an example of how to use them in your research. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-038: Did Your Ancestors Go Back to England?
September 08, 2015 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.63 MBDid your ancestors immigrate to America from England? Did they stay? Sometimes, people who disappear from the record in America actually returned to England. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-037: Irish Immigration Wave: The Emerald Isle Comes to America
August 31, 2015 13:55 - 5 minutes - 5.08 MBMillions of Irish immigrants came to America in the mid-19th century to escape the horrors of the potato famine. Here, they faced new struggles. Learn more now. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-036: Online Resources for Researching Your Scottish Ancestors
August 25, 2015 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.54 MBAre you looking for your Scottish ancestors and don't know where to start? Here are six websites with plenty of information on Scottish genealogy for you. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-035: When to Hire a Professional Genealogist
August 18, 2015 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.48 MBHave you ever considered hiring a professional genealogist? If you've hit a brick wall in your research, you should consider it. Here's what you need to know. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-034: The Secrets of the 1840 Census, Revealed
August 11, 2015 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.35 MBHave you explored the 1840 U.S. federal census in your genealogy research? If not, you should. Here is a list of amazing family history information it contains. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-033: How to Order Your Ancestor’s Social Security Application
August 03, 2015 16:16 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBHave you heard of Social Security applications as a means of genealogical research? If this is a new record source to you, here's what you need to know. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-032: 5 Genealogy Research Time Management Tips
July 28, 2015 13:53 - 6 minutes - 6.2 MBDo you find it difficult to stop doing genealogy research once you get started? Here are 5 time management techniques to help you control your research time? http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-031: What is Griffith’s Valuation of Ireland?
July 20, 2015 16:23 - 6 minutes - 5.98 MBAre you familiar with Griffith's Valuation of Ireland? If not, now is the time to become acquainted with it. It is invaluable in mid-19th century Irish research... http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-030: Social Security Death Benefit Records
July 13, 2015 17:35 - 5 minutes - 5.36 MBHave you tried searching the Social Security Death Benefit Index during your genealogy research? If not, now's the time to get started. Here's how to use it. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-029: The War of 1812 and the Indian Wars: A Double Conflict
July 07, 2015 23:11 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MBSome military service records from the War of 1812 are for soldiers who did not actually fight the British at all. They were mainly southern soldiers who were fighting wars with the local Indians at the time. Yet, they received War of 1812 credit and pensions. Why was this the case? http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-028: Civil War Medical Cards: Using Them to Research Your Union Ancestors
June 29, 2015 19:25 - 7 minutes - 6.63 MBHave you ever heard of the Union medical card collection? It is an invaluable and little known resource for Civil War genealogy research. Here's how to use it... http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-027: African American Genealogy Research for Beginners
June 22, 2015 16:17 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBAre you interested in researching your African-American family tree, but don’t know where to start? It’s a common concern among those who are beginners in this area of genealogy. People wonder how far back they will actually be able to get, due to lack of records in the era of slavery. However, there are a few important things to remember. One, not every African-American in the 1800’s was a slave; some of them were free people of color, and plenty of records exist about them. Two, records of...
AF-026: Surname Studies: How They Can Help You Find Your Ancestors
June 15, 2015 15:17 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBOften, one of the first places people start looking when they begin their genealogy research is into their surnames. There seems to be a natural desire among beginning genealogists to discover more about their surnames, including their origins, and how many other people in the world share it. There is a common belief that those who share the same surname must surely also share a common ancestor somewhere. Of course, in reality, this is not always the case, especially with very common surname...
AF-025: Identifying Old Photographs: How to Do It and How It Can Help Your Research
June 09, 2015 13:14 - 7 minutes - 14.8 MBThere are clues to your family history in old photographs. Discovering previously unknown family photos from generations ago is like uncovering genealogical gold. If you spend enough time online interacting with distant cousins you discover on genealogy websites, you will undoubtedly eventually find someone who has amazing photos they are willing to share with you. You may also have some old genealogical photos yourself. Maybe you know who they are. Maybe you don’t (not labeling photos was a...
AF-024: Why Citing Sources is Crucial in Genealogy and How to Do it Right
June 01, 2015 15:30 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MBAs a beginning genealogist, you may not give much thought to citing your sources in your research. However, it is a vitally important part of any serious type of genealogical pursuit. Citing sources serves a variety of purposes. Most importantly, it lets you know where you found your information. This is crucial as you get further into your research on a family. You may find new, conflicting information on a person you’ve already researched. By citing your sources as you go, you can see wher...
AF-023: What Happened to the 1890 Census, and What You Can Use to Fill in Its Blanks
May 25, 2015 15:03 - 7 minutes - 13.3 MBWhat happened to the 1890 census? It may be gone, but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on 20 years of your ancestors' lives. Use these records instead... http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-022: The Real Truth Behind Coats of Arms and Family Crests
May 19, 2015 05:00 - 12 minutes - 23.4 MBAre you interested in knowing more about your family coat of arms? First, be sure your family actually has one. Here is the truth behind family coats of arms. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-021: What’s the Deal With DNA? Using DNA to Trace Your Family History
May 12, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MBDNA is an important part of genealogy research these days. It can help confirm relationships, help you find new living relatives who may have information you don’t have (and are willing to share), and can help you discover new avenues of research for tough-to-trace family lines. If you haven’t yet explored DNA in your genealogy research, it’s time you did. Here is everything you need to know about DNA research in genealogy to get you started, including the different types and what it can hel...
AF-020: Tax Records: More Information Than You Think
May 05, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MBAre you familiar with tax records as a form of genealogical research? People have been being taxed since the first colonists landed on the shores of this country. Up until the early 20th century, those taxes were mainly on property, meaning only land owners got taxed. Of course, there were smaller taxes here and there that applied to everyone, but they were usually limited in duration, such as to raise funds to put on a war. Property taxes are the only consistent federal tax that has been in...
AF-019: Genealogy Basics: Death Record Research Advice for Beginners
April 28, 2015 07:00 - 4 minutes - 8.63 MBAre you using death records in your genealogy research? If not, you should. These are important records for beginning genealogists. Here’s how to find them. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogy-basics-death-record-research-advice-beginners/
AF-018: Research Basics: A Short Introduction to Researching Your Revolutionary War Ancestors
April 21, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MBDo you have a Revolutionary War ancestor? Are you not sure, but want to find out? Knowing you have one or more Revolutionary War ancestors on your family tree is not only a source of pride… your family helped make this country free… it can also get you into Daughters of the American Revolution or Sons of the American Revolution, both of which are very prestigious lineage societies. If you’re looking for a Revolutionary War ancestor in your family tree or know you have one and want to find ou...
AF-018: A Short Introduction to Researching Your Revolutionary War Ancestors
April 21, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MBDo you want to know if you have a Revolutionary War ancestor, or discover more about the one you already know is part of your family tree? This is how you do it. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/research-basics-short-introduction-researching-revolutionary-war-ancestors/
AF-017: Genealogy Basics: Birth Record Research Advice for Beginners
April 14, 2015 14:19 - 5 minutes - 10.2 MBAre you ready to learn how to obtain birth records for your ancestors? Here's how to find these important vital records that document your ancestors' lives. http://www.GenealogyGold.com Click Here to Subscribe via iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe via RSS feed. © 1995-2015 AncestralFindings.com
AF-017: Birth Record Research Advice for Beginners
April 14, 2015 14:19 - 5 minutes - 10.2 MBAre you ready to learn how to obtain birth records for your ancestors? Here's how to find these important vital records that document your ancestors' lives. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogy-basics-birth-record-research-advice-beginners/
AF-016: Can’t Find the Grave? Alternative Locations for Burial Places for Your Ancestors
April 07, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 12.7 MBLooking for the headstones of your ancestors is a primary part of genealogy. What do you do if you can’t find one? Here are some answers. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/cant-find-the-grave-alternative-locations-for-burial-places-for-your-ancestors/
AF-015: Lineage Societies: How to Join Them (and Why You Should)
March 31, 2015 04:00 - 7 minutes - 12.4 MBWhen people get involved in genealogy, a lot of them will eventually become interested in lineage societies. What are lineage societies? Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/lineage-societies-join/
AF-014: Genealogy Basics: Jewish Research Advice for Beginners
March 23, 2015 04:00 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MBJewish genealogical research has become more popular in recent years than it was in the past. Historically, genealogy has been primarily a gentile pursuit (except in Biblical times, when knowing your Jewish tribe and ancestry was important). With the re-establishment of Israel, however, there has been a renewed interest in Jewish genealogy, as the rabbinate in Israel requires a strong level of proof of Jewish ancestry to determine a person’s status as legally Jewish. If you are just getting...
AF-014: Jewish Research Advice for Beginners
March 23, 2015 04:00 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MBAre you just getting started with your Jewish genealogy? Here’s how to overcome the myths associated with it and get at the truth of your Jewish family tree. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogy-basics-jewish-research-advice-beginners/
AF-013: Federal Homestead Records and What You Might Find in Them
March 16, 2015 22:00 - 6 minutes - 8.92 MBDid your ancestor homestead land a century ago? You may be able to find genealogical gold in his or her homestead record. Here’s how. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/federal-homestead-records-and-what-you-might-find-in-them/
AF-012: Genealogy Basics: Cemetery Research Advice for Beginners
March 10, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBCemetery research is an important part of genealogy research. The two go hand in hand. Here’s how to get started with it, and what it can help you discover about your ancestors. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogy-basics-cemetery-research-advice-for-beginners/
AF-011: Irish Naming Patterns: Discover Your Irish Origins from Names in a Family
March 03, 2015 05:00 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBIrish naming patterns were very precise for about two centuries. Here’s how you can use the patterns to find your Irish ancestors. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/irish-naming-patterns-discover-irish-origins-names-family/
AF-010: Why I Love Genealogy (And You Should, Too!)
February 24, 2015 05:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWhy I Love Genealogy (And You Should, Too!) Here are all of the many, wonderful reasons why. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/why-i-love-genealogy-and-you-should-too/
AF-009: How to Find Your Ancestor's Entry Into America
February 17, 2015 14:00 - 5 minutes - 7.83 MBMost Americans have immigrant ancestors at some point in their family history. The only exceptions are Native American families who never married or had children with people from other societies. This means that you more than likely have numerous immigrant ancestors. Trace almost any branch of your family, and you will eventually find one... Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/passenger-and-immigration-research-basics-how-to-find-your-ancestors-entry-into-america/
AF-008: Who Are The Black Dutch?
February 11, 2015 23:59 - 6 minutes - 9.4 MBWere you told you have Black Dutch ancestry, but don’t know what it means? It means a lot of different things. Here is what you need to know about these people. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/black-dutch/ © AncestralFindings.com
AF-007: Tips for Researching British Ancestors
February 03, 2015 13:35 - 7 minutes - 7.42 MBDo you have British ancestry? Are you not sure, but suspect you might? Here's how to find them, and how to research them in England once you find them here. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/tips-researching-british-ancestors/ Listen via: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast/ Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://w...
AF-006: Death Certificates: Your Doorway to Your Ancestor’s Life
January 27, 2015 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.38 MBLearn more about your ancestor’s life through the wealth of information on his or her death certificate. Here’s how. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/death-certificates/ Genealogy Gold Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogygold
AF-005: Tips for Researching German Genealogy
January 20, 2015 13:00 - 9 minutes - 8.79 MBResearching your German ancestors takes knowledge and ingenuity. It is not like researching ancestors in America. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/tips-for-researching-german-genealogy/ Genealogy Gold Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogygold
AF-004: How to Plan Your Next Genealogy Trip
January 13, 2015 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.64 MBAre you planning a genealogy trip to discover more about your ancestors? Here's how to plan in advance so you get the most out of your travels. Shoe Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/how-to-plan-your-next-genealogy-trip/ Genealogy Gold Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogygold
AF-003: Marriage Research Advice for Beginners
January 06, 2015 05:36 - 7 minutes - 7.21 MBAre you just getting started looking for marriage records in your genealogy research and need some help finding them? Here are the best places to look. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/genealogy-basics-marriage-research-advice-for-beginners/
AF-002: What to Do When There are No Records
December 30, 2014 13:24 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBDo you have an elusive ancestor who didn’t seem to leave any records behind? You can still discover important things about them. Here’s how. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-to-do-when-there-are-no-records-3-ways-to-find-ancestors-who-didnt-leave-a-paper-trail/
AF-001: 5 Ways To Tell If Your Genealogy Research Is Accurate
December 26, 2014 01:46 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBHow do you know your genealogy research is accurate? Use these five tips to be as sure as you can be in the world of genealogy. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/5-ways-tell-genealogy-research-accurate/