Kinship terminology: How we refer to our family relationships
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Kinship terminology: How we refer to our family relationships

Isn’t it exciting to find out you have a famous historical icon in the far-off depths of your family tree? But when you brag to your friends, what do you call this famous ancestor? “Thomas Edison is the great-uncle of my great-great-grandfather’s third cousin!” Confusing, right? Actually, if you’re familiar with the system we use … Continue reading »

Youth in Genealogy: Generation Y Redefines Family History Research
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Youth in Genealogy: Generation Y Redefines Family History Research

Born between 1976 and 2001, Generation Y is known for being a uniquely sophisticated and tech savvy age group that has just entered adulthood. As one of the most diverse  and constantly evolving  communities in American history, ‘Gen Yers’ are quick to evolve, fiercely competitive and often transcend expectation. Many believe that having grown up … Continue reading »