Whether you are new to genealogy or a seasoned pro, these informative articles will help you along the path.

The Basics

• Genealogy Quick Tips - Check back often, as we continue to add new tips.
• Family Traditions - Read this informative article to find out why, "There's no truth, without proof."
• Diseases and Medical Terms in Old Documents - Use this guide to interpret any unfamiliar medical terms you find in your research.
• Interview Your Relatives Before It's Too Late! - These tips will help you get the most information from family members as you talk about the "good old days."
• Colonial Routes to Kentucky and Tennessee - Knowing the early routes leading from the coastal states to the interior can lead to finding pioneer ancestors.
• What is GEDCOM? - Importing or exporting data from one program to another? You are probably using GEDCOM.
• What is Soundexing? - An important tool for searching many types of records.
• Printable Relationship Chart - Use and quick and handy chart to find your relationship to extended family members

Learn About Specific Records

• Cherokee Records
• Tennessee Civil War Veterans Questionaires
• Georgia Land Lotteries
• Revolutionary War Pensions

African American & Slave Research

Piecing together a family history doesn't happen in a day or a week, for some it becomes a life-long passion. Visit our companion site myslaveancestors.com to get an idea of how to get started.