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Practical Genealogy: 50 Simple Steps to Research Your Diverse Family History Paperback – May 12, 2020
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Brian Sheffey
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Print length190 pages
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LanguageEnglish
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PublisherRockridge Press
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Publication dateMay 12, 2020
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Dimensions8.5 x 0.6 x 9 inches
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ISBN-10164611566X
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ISBN-13978-1646115662
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Learn some of these simple research steps, such as:
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Research Naturalization RecordsWith the exception of Native Americans, the United States is a country of immigrants—many of whom eventually became citizens. Unless you’re researching Native American ancestors, at some point you’ll need to access immigration and naturalization records. These documents will give you interesting insights into details such as whether your ancestors traveled alone or with family members and how old they were when they made the journey. |
Find and Review Passenger Ship LogsPassenger ship logs are a rich source of information about your ancestors. While not always easy to locate, these logs are worth the effort. What job did your immigrant fourth great-grandparents have back in their native Palermo, Italy? How old were they when they arrived? Did your third great-grandmother Janie arrive in Baltimore on her own or with her parents and siblings? Passenger ship logs just might have the answers. |
Explore Marriage RecordsLocal laws usually required that marriages be recorded in civil records, regardless of whether a civil or church authority performed the ceremony. Typically, the clerk of the town or county where the bride resided stored the marriage record. However, marriage records—particularly early ones—can also be housed in state archives. You can find more recent marriage documents in a state’s Vital Records Division. |
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“Practical Genealogy does something that most genealogy how-to volumes find difficult. Brian Sheffey takes a complex subject, simplifies it, and presents it to the reader in an attractive and useful format. I found the book downright fun to read―and I’ve read hundreds, if not thousands, of how-to-do genealogy books. Written for a wide audience, it covers research for multi-ethnic families, making it a perfect fit for most of us. Practical Genealogy is probably the best designed genealogy guide I’ve ever read. The artwork, titling, pull-quotes, illustrations, and type style are excellent and pleasing to the eye. I’m recommending this book to everyone―whether you’ve been researching for 45 years as I have, or you’re just starting today.” ―Leland K. Meitzler, GenealogyBlog.com
“All in all, this is an excellent book for the bookshelf of a beginning genealogist and a public library. It does not overwhelm the reader but serves as an introduction to the wonderful and fascinating world of genealogy, family history, heritage, and family stories.” ―Randal J. Seaver, Genea-Musings
About the Author
Brian Sheffey combines more than 20 years of experience in marketing research, the entertainment industry, and academia with a passion for genealogical research. He has used his knowledge to solve unique cases of unknown parentage from colonial America to the present-day utilizing DNA and paper trail evidence.
Product details
- Publisher : Rockridge Press (May 12, 2020)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 190 pages
- ISBN-10 : 164611566X
- ISBN-13 : 978-1646115662
- Item Weight : 1.15 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.6 x 9 inches
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