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Free General Genealogy Websites Digital Public Library of America. ... Genealogy Gophers. ... HathiTrust. ... Library of Congress. ... National Archives and Records Administration. ... Midwest Genealogy Center. ... New York Public Library Digital Collections. ... WorldCat.

The best free genealogy sites reviewed National Archives. The United States National Archives holds many genealogy records of genealogical importance. ... Library of Congress. ... Chronicling America. ... Allen County Public Library. ... Find a Grave. ... Ellis Island. ... Castle Garden. ... USGenWeb.

Some vital records can be found on the major genealogy databases such as Ancestry.com, FindMyPast and MyHeritage. Birth, marriage and death (BMD) certificates reveal important genealogical information on individuals.

Searching back through one person's part of the family is the easiest way to begin. For instance, you might want to choose one of your living grandparents. Begin by asking them about their immediate family. Find out the names of parents and any brothers and sisters.

Genealogy research: Researching your family tree can help you trace your ancestors and determine your heritage. This involves looking at family records, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and census records, as well as talking to family members to learn about your family history.

Here are suggestions about ways to go about finding your ancestors. Start With Yourself. You are the beginning "twig" on your vast family tree. ... Look for Names, Dates, Places, and Relationships. ... Begin at Home. ... Relatives as Sources. ... Federal Records. ... State Records. ... County Records. ... Birth, Marriage, and Death Records.

In addition to searching for and connecting with people who share your ancestral surnames, look for local organizations, public libraries and archives, tour guides, and genealogy-related services in your ancestor's hometown.

Family Websites RootsWeb (.rootsweb.com). Click Websites, and then look alphabetically for your family name. FamilySearch (.familysearch.org) Click Search, and then click Search Family History Websites to begin your search. Genealogy.com Family Finder (.genealogy.com/ifftop.html).