Articles about genealogy research methods.
This Quick Tip focuses on the contemporary dual surname system formalized with the introduction of civil registration in each country following independence from Spain.
Hispanic Naming Conventions: Dual Surnames Read More »
Hispanic Genealogy Research Methods
I am kicking off my new “Genealogy Quick Tips” video series. My first Quick Tips focuses on married women and surnames in the Spanish speaking world.
Hispanic Naming Conventions: Married Women Read More »
Hispanic Genealogy Research Methods
Hands down, Diahan Southard’s Endogamy & DNA online course is the best resource I have found for really learning how to dig into understanding endogamy, its impact on your autosomal DNA matches, and how to account for it when working those matches.
Diahan Southard’s “Endogamy and DNA” Course Read More »
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These three brothers served in Europe during the war. None appeared to be career military before or after the war. So each Flanagan brother should have registered for the draft. Try as I might, I could not find a draft registration card for the oldest brother Michael Flanagan.
Pay Attention to Those Draft Dates & Ages When Researching Draft Registration Cards Read More »
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