Find A Grave: Friend, Foe, or Both?
Cemetery research will never be the same because of the wealth of information on Find A Grave. The benefits and rewards of this information, however, may not outweigh the drawbacks and pitfalls found there. This presentation will evaluate the information for accuracy found on Find A Grave while telling stories concerning the spotlighted individuals.
Finding Our Scottish Immigrant’s Home with American Documents
Fort Worth History Center 501 E. Bolt, Fort Worth, TXRobert Gillespie, husband, father, and miner emigrated to the United States in 1869. This presentation concentrates on looking for American sources and sites to find Robert and Robert's family’s home in Scotland.
Military Pensions: Vital Records in Disguise
WikiTreeMilitary pension records are an amazing source of information. This presentation puts “flesh on the bones” of several individuals whose military records are reviewed from various wars involving the United […]
Taking A Genealogy Trip: Ready, Set, Let’s Go!
Robson Ranch Clubhouse 9400 Ed Robson Blvd, Denton, TXGenealogy trips can be “the bomb”—or they can bomb. An unsuccessful trip can most often be prevented by following the steps, cautions, and counsel in this presentation. A fun and […]
