Genealogist and author W.D. Quillen picks up where he left off in 'Secrets of Tracing Your Ancestors'. He shows do-it-yourself genealogists who have progressed past his beginning steps, how to find their ancestors with more advanced methods of researching those hard-to-find ancestors.
Quillen tells readers how to overcome those difficult roadblocks that frequently crop up. Investigative techniques, research insights and new websites are highlighted to assit with more advanced genealogical research.
Areas covered include:
- in depth census research
- mortality schedules
- extensive section on military records
- US region-by-region research assistance
- global research tips
- engaging a professional genealogist
Please note this is a US published book, so does tend to focus on US records and research, but the concepts are still the same for research anywhere.
Contents:1. Introduction
2. Generational Assists
3. Using the LDS Church
4. The United States Census
5. State Census and Mortality Schedules
6. Probate Records and Wills
7. Immigration and Naturalization Records
8. Land Records
9. Getting the Most Out of Visiting Cemeteries
10. Military Records
11. Church Records
12. Bible Records
13. Old Newspapers
14. DNA Research
15. Genealogy Software Review
16. Subscription and Free Research Services
17. Book List for Serious Genealogists
18. Taking Your Research on the Road
19. Curiosity and Detective-ism
Glossary
Appendixes
- State Libraries and Archives
- State Departments of Vital Statistics
- National Archive Locations
- Day of the Week Tool
Index
