January 2, 2026 It’s January – the month that many people make New Year’s Resolutions. I’ve never been particularly inclined to make resolutions, but I’ve sometimes made genealogy resolutions. Some of them have helped me progress on my genealogical journey. Maybe they’ll help you too. My first genealogy resolution is to talk to your …
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors in the USA
December 19, 2025 If you’ve tried to trace an immigrant ancestor after he arrived in the US, you know it’s not always easy. This is especially true of those immigrants who arrived during the heavy immigration period between the Civil War and World War I. Finding the port of entrance is a good start, …
Naming Patterns and Genealogy
December 12, 2025 In earlier eras, parents often used naming patterns to choose names for their children. These patterns varied according to location, religion and era. Now, genealogists use these naming patterns to figure out relationships and cultural origins. There are several naming patterns, but some of the most common include using the wife’s …