Tracing Your Family History
A Step by Step Guide

Genealogy Research Image

INTRODUCTION

 

Welcome to the fascinating world of genealogy! Genealogy offers ways for you to discover exciting information about your family history including the social and economical status of your ancestors. 


Imagine the wonder in discovering that somewhere in your lineage there is a notable figure in history, a war hero or perhaps nobility. Whether there is a person of distinguished valor or just simple folk in your family tree each of them has lived a life worth investigating. Each has a story to tell. Your family’s life stories are the refection and remembrance of the people you came from and their place in the world. They are links between long ago and the present. 


Recounting the history of your family is a way to pay tribute to them and an earlier time.

 

This book is intended to help you step by step learn the process of tracing your family history We will cover how to begin searching, where to search and what to look for in your search. We try to make the process as simple as possible and use every means available to point you in the right direction to make your search as easy as possible.

 

Depending on how far back in time you intend to go, there will be a lot of information that needs to be sifted through in order to get the information that you are looking for. It will take a great deal of patience, determination and resourcefulness, but the journey will be well worth it.

 

You will find a treasure trove of rich and intriguing history in photographs, diaries, or even family legends that you can record and preserve for future generations. Come along and explore the many ways to unearth the roots of your family tree and reveal the missing pieces of your family puzzle.  Let’s get started!

 




<<< Previous Page     Research Your Genealogy - Home Page     Next Page >>>



© 2006 copyright www.researchyourgenealogy.com All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Learn how to research your family genealogy