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 …
Saving Money on Genealogy Websites
December 5, 2025 As I wrote last time, many of the most useful genealogy websites are expensive. For example, Ancestry costs over $300 annually for a full access subscription. My Heritage, another large genealogy website, costs nearly $400 annually for the ultimate package subscription. Even some of the smaller websites such as Newspapers.com and Fold …