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Break through brick walls in your genealogical research
Learn how to use innovative methods to unearth hard-to-find ancestors. Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques shows you, step by step, how to uncover elusive details by taking advantage of specialized tools and software programs and using proven best practices for breaking through the brick walls that have hindered your progress.
You’ll get professional advice on formulating a research strategy, understanding the details you discover, keeping careful track of your data, analyzing the evidence, and developing hypotheses. Real-world case studies demonstrate how you can apply the systematic procedures presented in this practical guide to your own research–and achieve success!
Examine the brick wall in detail to find potential weak spots that can be exploited into a breakthroughUse brute force techniques that leave no stone unturnedObtain exact copies of original records rather than derivative sourcesResearch the family, associates, and neighbors (FANs) of your brick wall ancestorConsult with your family, friends, and colleagues to get a fresh perspective on your researchUse crowdsourcing–genealogy societies, online forums, social media, blogs, wikis, and podcastsApply technological solutions, including DNA testing and specialized genealogical softwareGet tips on hiring a professional genealogical researcher with the appropriate credentials and referencesRevisit your brick wall problem after honing your research skillsReview your evidence, develop a research strategy, and keep a meticulous research log
ASIN : B00DRC963K
Publisher : McGraw Hill; 1st edition (September 16, 2013)
Publication date : September 16, 2013
Language : English
File size : 3901 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Not Enabled
Print length : 225 pages
Customers say
Customers find the book very informative and useful for genealogy researchers. They describe it as clear, concise, and well-written. However, some feel the pacing is not advanced and there are too many analogies without enough real-world examples.
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