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City Guide: Louisville Digital Download |
"You'll love this if... you're tracing ancestors in Louisville, Ky. you want to learn more about Louisville history you need ideas for Louisville genealogy sources and websites to check Quickly access the essential facts, advice and resources you need to find your ancestors in cities across the USA. Our downloadable City Guides are perfect for stashing in your research binder or toting to the library. The four-page Louisville City Guide download includes: essential history and facts details on available genealogy records websites, publications and organizations to aid your search the city's top five historic sites Here are just a few of the helpful tips you'll find inside: During World War I, Camp Taylor housed nearly 50,000 soldiers locally. Surrounding swamps incubated tuberculo- sis, a public health problem until the 1960s. In 1937, floods buried most of Louisville; 175,000 people were evacuated. WWII manufacturing helped the city bounce "
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Family Tree Magazine May/June 2013 Magazine Download |
Digital Issue: Family Tree Magazine May/June 2013
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The Future of Memories Web Seminar Download |
This class will show you some fun and fascinating ways to share your family history using software you already have. What you’ll learn: Project ideas Tools and skills needed to complete the projects
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Flip-Pal mobile scanner Sketch Kit |
"Clear acrylic sketch sheet with three erasable markers (two black, one red) designed for work with your Flip-Pal mobile scanner. Personalize your scan with notes for your creative projects like scrapbooking, genealogy, art sketching, organizing your photos by adding date, names, place and more."
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Wisconsin Genealogy Crash Course: Find Your Badger State Ancestors Web Seminar Download |
"From native tribes and fur trappers to beer barons and football legends, Wisconsin's history includes a wide array of people with a fascinating story to tell. If you have roots in America's Dairyland, you'll find a treasure trove of genealogical resources to help you find your ancestor's place in Wisconsin's history. Lori Bessler from the Wisconsin Historical Society will share her special tips and techniques for finding records in the Badger State. This webinar comes with a free copy of our Wisconsin Research Guide. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Essential Wisconsin history Details on vital records and immigration in the state What ethnicity-based records your ancestor may have left The best websites for Wisconsin research How to download the presentation and slides for future reference REGISTRATION FOR THE LIVE SESSION INCLUDES: Participation in the live presentation and Q&A session Access to the webinar recording to view again as many times as y"
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International Vital Records Handbook (GPC3148) |
"At one time or another all of us need copies of birth, marriage, or death certificates for driver's licenses, passports, jobs, social security, family history research, or for simple proof of identify. But the requirements and fees needed to obtain copies of vital records vary from state to state and from country to country, often requiring a time-wasting exchange of correspondence before the appropriate forms can be obtained. The International Vital Records Handbook puts an end to all that, as it offers complete, up-to-date information on how and where to request vital records. It also includes copies of the application forms, where available, thus simplifying and speeding up the process by which vital records are obtained. This new 5th edition of the International Vital Records Handbook contains the latest forms and information for each of the fifty states and also furnishes details about records that were created prior to statewide vital records registration. In addition, it iden"
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Family Atlas Version 1 |
"Family Atlas makes creating custom family maps fun and easy. You start with a map of the world that you can scroll or zoom in and out of. Choose from spherical (like a globe you can spin) or flat maps. As you zoom in you will see more detail (like state and county boundaries). Import directly from your genealogy software and then create markers based on that data, or add your own markers by hand. Publish your maps with annotations like lines, text bubbles, pictures, and more. Print to your printer or save to graphics files or PDF.Trace your ancestors migration around the worldPinpoint the sites of important family eventsImport your family data directly from your genealogy softwareAdd markers to create personalized mapsPowerful tools like a Gazetteer, Nearby Places list, and Distance Calculator.Print maps or save them to several graphics formats."
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Family Tree Magazine March 2010 Magazine Download |
"Now you can download this issue of Family Tree Magazine. It's in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. The issue is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. For a complete explanation of the process of downloading a digital product from our web site, please read our FAQ. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem. FEATURES Shaping Up We'll help you find a training plan to firm up your family history know-how, reduce your genealogy stress and shave time from your research tasks. By Sunny McClellan Morton Flirting With Disaster Could an untimely demise explain your ancestor's absence from records? Uncovering a family tragedy just might bring your genealogical research back from the brink. By Lisa A. Alzo Rich Roots Trace your ancestry in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean's Isle of Enchantment. By Lauren Ga"
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Family Tree Magazine March 2011 Magazine Download |
"Now you can download this issue of Family Tree Magazine. It's in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. The issue is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. For a complete explanation of the process of downloading a digital product from our web site, please read our FAQ. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem. FEATURES Cold Cases Has your search for ancestors hit the deep freeze? Follow our suggestions to thaw out the trail. By Lisa A. Alzo Digital Age Turn your digital camera into a handy research tool! Our genealogist's guide to digital photography offers tips on taking five kinds of family history photos. By Maureen A. Taylor Detour to Your Roots Have missing records stymied your genealogical search? Follow our routes around three common research roadblocks to find the family information you need. By L"
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Google Tools for Genealogists Video Download |
"Note: Google recently removed the News Timeline feature mentioned in Lesson 1 of this class.Go beyond simple web searches and take advantage of Google's other built-in tools, which can be just as helpful for family tree research. This course will explore four of the tools best suited to help you with your genealogy: News Archive and Timeline, Book Search, YouTube and Google Earth. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN What each tool does, and how to apply each tool to genealogy through sample searches and step-by-step instructions How to identify historical books and articles about your family and view them online (or offline) How to document your family history in multimedia and virtually visit and research ancestral places Tactics to find genealogy-related videos and create a personal library of helpful research footage WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE People who want to enhance their online research beyond basic searching People who would like to gain confidence in navigating the web WHAT Y"
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In Search of Your European Roots (GPC395) |
"This work is designed to guide the reader through the complexities of genealogical research in Europe, whether done in person or by correspondence. It covers the various types of genealogical records available in each country, where they are found and how they are used. Described in detail are the archival resources of each country from the national to the local level; the location of church records and census returns; the systems of civil registration of births, marriages, and deaths; and how to find and use such records as certificates of domicile, orphan lists, emigration registers, guild records, internal passports, confirmation records, and even vaccination lists. Besides the customary revisions and updates, this new Third Edition includes--for the first time-- telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, fax numbers, and URLS for most of the major European archives and organizations."
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Virginia Genealogy Crash Course: Find Your Old Dominion Ancestors Web Seminar Download |
"Presenter: David A. Fryxell, contributing editor of Family Tree Magazine Duration: 60 minutes About the Webinar: When it comes to ancestral state bragging rights, Virginia genealogists have history on their side -- the state is where our nation took root. If your ancestors were among the first pioneers, arrived as slaves, fought for the Confederacy or lived in the hills, we'll offer strategies for tracking them down. What you'll learn: Essential Virginia history Details on vital records and immigration in the state What ethnicity-based records your ancestor may have left The best websites for Virginia research Strategies for dealing with burned-records counties Who should purchase: Anyone with Virginia roots Genealogists with Colonial ancestors Librarians who want to help patrons with online research about Virginia"
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US Military Records Video Download |
"If you prefer to learn on your own, Family Tree University independent study courses are perfect for you. These courses are self-guided, offline versions of our online courses. You receive the same curriculum and supplemental materials, but you do the work completely on your own, making them an ideal choice for students who truly want to work at their own pace. In contrast to our online courses, where class is in session for a specified four-week period, there's no set time line for an independent study class, you could approach it as an intensive crash course, pick it up on weekends over several months, or whatever works best for you. A digital download gives you instant access to the materials to your computer. After downloading a ZIP file of the materials, unzip it, and you'll be able to access all the course materials, which are in Word and PDF format. US Military Records: Trace Your Ancestors' Service Developed by Diana Crisman Smith With so many military conflicts through"
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Family Tree Sourcebook: Massachusetts Genealogy Guide Digital Download |
"Family Tree Sourcebook: Massachusetts Download Discover your Massachusetts roots with this indispensable directory of county and town records details. The Massachusetts section of the Family Tree Sourcebook puts essential genealogy information at your fingertips, including: A research summary with historical background, record highlights and genealogy tips Detailed listings of available records in each county, including when they started and where to get them Websites and contact information for libraries, archives, and genealogical and historical societies that may have records of your family—enhanced with live links so you can click directly to the repositories' websites A map showing county boundaries within Massachusetts A bibliography of additional resources to further your research This comprehensive guide to key Massachusetts sources will help you unlock the family history treasures hidden in county courthouses and other archives. And the convenient digital format "
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Indiana Genealogy Crash Course: Find Your Hoosier State Ancestors Web Seminar Download |
"Indiana is one of those states that figures into the family trees of many Americans. Whether you're descended from the native Miami or Potawotomi tribes, the railroad workers who came through in the 1850s, or the African-Americans who migrated north in the early 1900s, it's likely that at some point your ancestors were in Indiana. Professional genealogist Harold Henderson will share his special tips and techniques for finding your Hoosier ancestors. This webinar also comes with a free download of our Indiana Research Guide. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Essential Indiana history Details on vital records and immigration in the state What ethnicity-based records your ancestor may have left The best websites for Indiana research How to download the presentation and slides for future reference WHO SHOULD PURCHASE Anyone with Indiana roots Genealogists researching Indiana ancestors Librarians or volunteers who want to help patrons with research about Hoosiers"
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Life In Civil War America: Chapter 7 Download |
"CHAPTER 7 Life in Civil War America: Wages and Currency Discover what life was like for your Civil War ancestors! Author and historian Michael O. Varhola takes you back in time to the 1860s, examining the social and economic realities of daily life in both the Union and Confederacy, for soldiers and civilians. The Wages and Currency digital download explains the role of coins, greenbacks, and postal currency, including: typical military and civilian wages types of currency glossary of terminology Use the fascinating information in this PDF download to put your research in historical context and understand your forebears' lives."
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Preserving Your Family Photographs |
"Maureen A. Taylor, author of Uncovering Your Ancestry Through Family Photographs, provides all the information you need to care for your family photograph collection. She outlines in straightforward steps how to add value to your home collection by using the methods that conservators and photo curators use every day! You'll learn how to:Identify the types of damage already done to the photos in your collection.Take care of all your photos going forward, so that damage is a thing of the past.Preserve your digital images - for you and future generations. Select a conservator to repair damaged photos and protect them from more deterioration.Select a restoration expert to restore damaged photos using airbrushing, digital manipulation, or photographic enhancements.Create a stunning scrapbook that will endure, using archival quality guidelines.Properly handle cased images such as daguerreotypes, ambrotypes and tintypes.Explore techniques to share your images.Take advantage of low-cost altern"
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City Guide: Boston Digital Download |
"Research Your Way Across the USA! Quickly access the essential facts, advice and resources you need to find your ancestors in cities across the USA. Our downloadable City Guides are perfect for stashing in your research binder or toting to the library. The four-page Boston City Guide download includes: essential history and facts details on available genealogy records websites, publications and organizations to aid your search the top five historic sites Plus, each guide contains web links for one-click access to every recommended online resource. You can view this PDF on your computer or print it out for your reference."
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Web Watch: Best Family Web Sites and Diigo |
"View the winners of Family Tree Magazine's Best Family Web Sites, Learn about Diigo, which helps you track—and share—your online research finds."
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Maryland Genealogies (CFC3735) |
"This work contains all the family history articles published in the Maryland Historical Magazine from its inception through 1976. Most of the articles begin with the first member of the family in Maryland and trace descendants in the male line down to the early eighteenth century. Since they have been largely inaccessible to the researcher, we have excerpted these articles in entirety and rearranged them in this comprehensive two-volume work, adding an introduction by a noted Maryland genealogist and personal name indexes."
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Heirloom Preservation Made Easy Web Seminar Download |
"In this video presentation, learn about detailed preservation techniques for your precious family heirlooms. Grace Dobush, an editor at Family Tree Magazine, will provide you with: Key preservation techniques for photos, records, books, clothing, quilts, needlework, jewelry and toys Methods for showing off your ancestral antiques safely Online resources to consult for help caring for family keepsakes. Please Note: This webinar is for sale for individual use only. Purchaser shall not modify, copy, duplicate, reproduce, license or sublicense the webinar, or transfer or convey the webinar to anyone else without the prior written consent of Family Tree Magazine. If you are interested in puchasing a license for multiple viewers, or to show at a society meeting, please visit Programming for Genealogy Societies."
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Online Newspapers Web Guide |
"Newspapers rank among the top sources for information on key events in your ancestors' lives. Birth and marriage notices, anniversary celebrations and obituaries provide facts that form the framework of your family tree. Many newspapers are online, and you can search through millions of pages at once on free and fee-based websites, and get results in seconds. We'll share secrets for discovering ancestors in the collections of top newspaper websites (including free options), as well as general search tips for using any online newspaper database, including:A step-by-step guide to navigating online newspaper collectionsSearch strategiesMajor collections and holdingsHandy shortcutsAnd more"
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Software: File Formats |
Don't know PDF from PNG? Use this glossary to wade through the alphabet soup.
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Research Strategies: Surnames |
"Finding names is at the heart of genealogy. Try these seven surname research strategies, and you'll open doors to family tree discoveries."
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Mac Genealogy Software |
Select the right software for you from the crop of Mac genealogy programs.
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History Matters: Telescopes |
Look through the lens of history at telescopes.
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Research Strategies: Divorce Records |
"Back in the day, divorces happened more often than you might think--but records of an ancestor's domestic miss can lead to modern genealogical bliss."
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