Some Free Genealogical Resources You Might Not Have Considered

Published: Wed, 04/10/19

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Vol. 24, No. 15 — April 10, 2019

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The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright: Chapter 11:

What James Found

The Willick cousins are on the hunt for Francis’s treasure, and their search brings them to the grounds where his house once stood. There is a metal chest there. What is inside? Is it the treasure? Or, another clue? Here is the most exciting find yet in the hunt.

How to Locate Hidden Genealogical Gems on Family Search

Family Search is the most popular free genealogy website online, and often one of the first ones new genealogists use. Their collection of records is impressive… it’s the largest in the world. However, billions of its billions of records are still not indexed. Today, I’ll talk about how to find some hidden gems on the website, even without the benefit of indexing.

Some Common Cajun Surnames and Their Meanings

Do you have a Cajun surname? Did you know that finding out the origin and meaning of your surname can help you understand more about your genealogy on that side of the family tree? It can. Here’s how, as well as the meanings of some common Cajun surnames.

American Folklore: Minnesota

Minnesota has lots of virgin forest, a long Native American history, and a history of European exploration going back at least four centuries (maybe more, as you will see). Not surprisingly, it has some intriguing folklore. Here are some of the highlights of it.

Some Free Genealogical Resources You Might Not Have Considered

There are plenty of free genealogical resources to use online. Some are well-known, others less so. Here are eight little-known free online genealogical resources that you can use to build your family tree without breaking your bank or wallet.

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