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11 Smart Strategies For Searching For Ancestors Who Changed Their Name

Researching ancestor name changes can be a challenge, but there are several resources and strategies you can use to find their original name.

Research SkillsJessica NeavesDecember 22, 2020name changes, nom dit, Ellis Island, naturalization, alien registration files, collateral relatives, Obituaries, Newspapers, Courthouse research Comment

5 Things to Look For in Probate Records to Help Trace Your Ancestors

Have you tried looking for the wills and estate records of your ancestors? Estate records should be one of the top records you look for because they can be jam-packed with information!

Genealogy Resources, Research SkillsJessica NeavesNovember 17, 2020Probate records, Wills, Courthouse research, state archives, historical societies Comments