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Researching Your Family History
The easiest way to get started
researching your family history is by filling out what
researchers call family information sheets. You can download
a printable Family Information Sheet below.
First fill one out about
yourself, your spouse, children and any siblings. Get
other members of your family involved if possible - If
you have children make it a game - what does your child
know? Of course, not every child will be interested in
hearing about this, but many children will surprise you
with their interest. For example, can your child give
you his or her sister's birth date? Tell your child funny
stories pertaining to the information, such as details
about your wedding or what your hometown was like when
you were growing up. Be prepared for lots of questions.
Get your parents or other older family members involved
as well if possible. Oral history is vital to genealogy,
not so much for research purposes, but to ensure that
your family history stays alive with each generation.
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