March/April 2013

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Establishing a Timeline in Six Steps
Marianne Perry shows how creating a timeline can help you to solve a family history research problem

On the Other Hand…
Beverly Smith Vorpahl equivocates on Ancestry.com’s trembling leaves

How Did “Vincenzo” Become “James?”
John Philip Colletta, Ph.D. examines Italian naming traditions in America

Picture Perfect
Richard H. Goms Jr. details how he located his ancestors through diligent detective work and a little help from some photographs

Crossing Without Bridges
David A. Norris looks at fords and ferries and how they took our ancestors where bridges did not go

FGS 2013 Preview: Journey Through Generations
Harold Henderson invites you to find experts, fellow genealogists, and your ancestors in Fort Wayne!

You Mean We’re Related?
Suzanne G. Beyer recounts how a book and a television show resulted in an amazing discovery

Searching for the Golden Nut
Greg Green offers tips on how to find those “interesting” ancestors

The Lighter Side
Lianna LaLiberte reveals her secret: she's a genealogy addict

All You Need to Know About Research Logs
Arnon Hershkovitz explains why keeping a research log can increase your chances for success down the road

Researching the British Army Abroad
In part one of his look at records for the British Army abroad, Ed Storey examines the structure and some useful sources to gain information on military ancestors

The Back Page: Look at the Bigger Picture!
Dave Obee argues that genealogists are really historians rather than family historians

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