The Hidden Gems Inside Privately Published Family Histories
Unpublished and privately published family histories--like county histories--are unfortunately often ignored by genealogists. However, the clues contained in undocumented family histories may provide a great jumping-off platform for research. This […]
Taking a Genealogy Trip: Ready, Set, Let’s Go!
Rockwall County Library 215 E. Yellow Jacket Lane, Rockwall, TX, United StatesGenealogy trips can be "the bomb" or they can explode like a bomb. An unsuccessful trip can most often be prevented by following the steps, cautions, and counsel in this […]
I’ve Got My Ancestry DNA Report: What Do I Do Now?
Emily Fowler Denton County Library 502 Oakland St, Denton, TexasPresented from a non-genetic genealogist point of view, this presentation explains in a fun and visual way how to choose a test, a company, what to do while waiting for […]
I’ve Got My Ancestry DNA Report: Evaluating My Test Results For Connections (Intermediate)
Emily Fowler Denton County Library 502 Oakland St, Denton, TexasMilitary Pensions: Vital Records in Disguise!
J. Eric Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dalas, TX, United StatesMilitary pension records are an amazing source of information. This presentation puts "flesh on the bones" of several individuals whose military records are reviewed; it also goes through the steps […]