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Genealogy Resources Find genealogy resources and family history articles, conferences, webinars, software updates, tips, cartoons, and more here.

I do not personally endorse any products shown, nor receive payment for any post. Anyone who has ever done genealogy or family history research has stumbled at one time or another with a ‘brick wall’. Find genealogy and family history resources, articles, conferences, software updates, tips, cartooons, and more here. Or if you prefer twitter instead, my page there is BeyondBrickWal1

If you would like additional help with your genealogy research, please feel free to join my group, "Genealogy...Beyond the Brick Walls" on Linkedin where all members help each other break through their brick walls.The group is made up of over 4900 members from all over the world...all willing to help others break down some brick walls. Come join and be a part of the group!

11/05/2025

The generation of Americans who survived the Great Depression and enlisted during World War II has often been called the “Greatest Generation.” Their stories of sacrifice, patriotism, and achievement are legion. Among them, the Japanese American soldiers of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team exemp...

11/05/2025

Whether testing ourselves or others, or disclosing results, informed consent to DNA testing is essential, requiring knowledge and understanding of the risks and a...

11/05/2025
11/05/2025

Confused by Fold3? Let’s fix that. Join me for a 90-minute virtual, hands-on workshop on November 11, “Finding Your 19th Century Ancestors on Fold3 — Is There a Better Way?” We’ll walk through what records are actually there, how to search smarter, and practice together on Zoom.

Part of your registration helps support our Civil War Records team during the government shutdown. The reality is that I need to keep paying my employees during the shut down, so this workshop will help me do that. I want to keep my team ready to get back to the archives as soon as the doors reopen!

The workshop recording will be available for 30 days if you can't attend live, so you can revisit the lessons anytime. Register now and start finding your ancestors the better way. https://civilwarrecords.com/products/fold3-workshop-registration

11/05/2025

When should you actually order genealogical records like birth, marriage, death, land, or military files? https://youtu.be/zL9We2MBXcs&list=UULFcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw

In this episode, professional genealogist Connie Knox explains when it’s worth paying for original records, when to look for free alternatives, and how to decide if a record will truly advance your research.

You’ll learn how to:
- Evaluate whether a record answers your research question
- Find free or low-cost records on FamilySearch, state archives, and county websites
- Use the FamilySearch Research Wiki to locate record availability by state and county
- Identify when ordering originals (like the Social Security SS-5 form) is worth the cost
- Recognize clerk copies vs. true originals
- Save money and research smarter

If you’ve ever wondered when it’s worth ordering the real record instead of relying on indexes, this episode will help you make confident, informed choices and keep your genealogy budget under control.

11/05/2025

Ever wondered how your ancestors participated in their communities beyond the classroom roll call?

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, many local papers reported school exhibitions, commencements, and public recitations. These articles often listed every student who spoke, sang, or won an award—sometimes with parents or teachers named, too.

Check out all the details and examples of this week's GEM of the WEEK at https://theancestorhunt.com/blog/hidden-newspaper-articles-gem-of-the-week-school-exhibition-reports/

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