Modules

 



Main Page

I - Getting Started

    Home Sources

    Charts

    Recording Information

    Citing Resources

II - Using Online Resources

      Online Databases

      Search Engines

      Directories

III - Gathering Key Records

      Vital Records

      Federal Census Records

IV - Exploring Further

      Probate Records

      Church Records

      Military Records

      Newspapers

V - Sharing Information

      Discussion Lists

      Message Boards

      Software Programs

 VI - Quiz


 
Tools

 
Home Sources Checklist

5-Generation Ancestor Chart

4-Generation Ancestor Chart

Family Group Sheet

Birth Date Calculator

Town to County Database


 



Test Your Knowledge




 
   1.   The Family Group Sheet is a useful tool for:

   Your Answer:   researching home sources.

   Incorrect!
   The correct answer:  collecting information on a nuclear family.

   The Home Sources Checklist assists in researching home sources.
   The Family Group Sheet focuses on the parents and children in a family.



2.   The Social Security Death Index is a valuable database for       genealogical information because:

    every American who obtained a Social Security card is included.

    it provides the Social Security number for each person in the database           which enables you to order a copy of the individual's SS-5 application.

    it provides the birth date and birth location for each person.

    it serves as a valid substitute for a death certificate.



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