I've been researching my lineage since I was a teen – well before the computer. Trust me, it's a lot easier now. Here are some tools I use.
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Websites & Software For Tree Building
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DNA Organizations, Testing, Books, and other resources
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Great Genealogy Books
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Free OnlineGenealogy Resources
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Substack Genealogy Blogs and Newsletters
Websites & Software For Tree Building
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I try to keep everything on my computer (backing up externally often), but I discovered WikiTree and I'm hooked. Link to that site is below.
DNA Organizations, Testing, Books, and other resources
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Blood is definitely thicker (and more confusing sometimes) than water!
Great Genealogy Books
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From general research to specific ways to cite a fact, these books can help you produce a professional genealogy for your family.
Free OnlineGenealogy Resources
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Substack Genealogy Blogs and Newsletters
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You can get a lot for free, but most of these subscriptions require payment. Oh, to be able to afford them all!
Ethnic Genealogical Sites and Societies.
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Native American? African? Jewish? No matter what you find in your tree, there are organizations and site to help you find your way. This list is just a smatter. Tell me more!