Myth or Fact?

From: Family Tree Magazine - Monday Mar 20,2023 10:04 am

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Myth or Fact?

"This is most definitely my ancestor, according to these 423 online trees."

That's a lot of trees! Surely that person is your ancestor, right? Not so fast. Online trees are great, but the idea that they can be used as genealogical evidence is a pervasive myth.

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Women’s Work: Tracing Your Ancestor’s Occupations and Volunteer Work

Grandma was a housewife? Well maybe, but there’s a chance she may have worked for pay or as a volunteer. Learn more about women’s occupations and volunteer work and how to trace what your female ancestor did.

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Best Genealogy Gifts (That Go Beyond DNA Tests)

If you need unique gift ideas for your genealogically inclined relatives, look no further! We've gathered the best genealogy gifts for everyone on your list.

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Writing Your Family History eBook

This digital download includes prompts, worksheets, and resources for gathering your memories and notes into an organized, easily accessible form. You'll also get in-depth guidance on how to write a compelling narrative and define the story you want to tell.

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Premium: How to Research Witnesses and Bondsmen in Genealogy Records

Take your research down new paths by studying the witnesses and bondsmen named in records. Learn when they were needed and what they can reveal.

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Best Websites: RootsTech.org – Enjoy Conference Video Content at Home

From March 2nd to March 4th, genealogists from all over the world gathered in Salt Lake City for the highly anticipated genealogy conference, RootsTech 2023. But even if you couldn’t make it in person, you can still enjoy quality RootsTech content from the comfort of home. In this episode, Jen Allen from FamilySearch highlights the RootsTech.org on-demand library and how you can search it to find informative video content.

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