Ancestral Findings (genealogy Gold)

Today we continue our story of The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright with Chapter two… The Story of Francis Wainwright… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-lost-treasure-of-francis-wainwright-a-genealogical-mystery-chapter-2/ Listen via: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast/ Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/donation #Mystery #Genealogy #AncestralFindings

Are you interested in the origins of languages? One of the largest language groups of the ancient world (possibly THE largest) was known as Indo-European, and hundreds of languages and dialects have derived from it over the centuries. Knowing the history of language helps you know your ancestors better. Here is what you need to know about Indo-European. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/what-is-the-indo-european-language-and-what-does-it-have-to-do-with-your-ancestry/ Listen via: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast/ Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/donation #AncestralFindings #Languages #Genealogy

Martha Jane Willick’s three granddaughters and two grandsons are about to go on the genealogical adventure of their lives. Left an ancient daguerreotype photo of their 3-times great-grandmother by Martha in her will, these siblings and cousins soon discover the first clue to the centuries-long mystery in the photo itself. What treasure awaits them if they can manage to be the first generation in three centuries to crack the code? Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-lost-treasure-of-francis-wainwright-a-genealogical-mystery-chapter-1/ Listen via: https://ancestralfindings.com/itunes  https://ancestralfindings.com/youtube Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings #Genealogy  #AncestralFindings #GenealogyMystery

Are you familiar with the most common genealogy terms regarding family relationships? Some are used in everyday life, while others are only used in genealogy research. Knowing the meaning of these terms can help you create a richer and more accurate family tree… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/improving-your-family-tree-by-understanding-genealogical-relationship-terms/ Listen via: https://ancestralfindings.com/itunes https://ancestralfindings.com/youtube Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #FamilyRelationships

Are you the keeper of your family heirlooms? This makes you an archivist, whether you became one by choice or by default. You naturally want to keep those artifacts in excellent condition to be enjoyed by future generations. Join me today for five tips on how to do it correctly. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/how-to-be-the-best-family-archivist-in-five-easy-steps/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast/  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing/  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks/ Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames/  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Archivist #Genealogy #GenealogyGold

Do you have Shakers in your family tree? What are the Shakers in the first place? Join me today as we about this unique religious sect and how to find information on any ancestors you had who were part of it. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/do-you-have-any-shaker-ancestors-heres-how-to-trace-them/  Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast/  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing/  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks/ Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames/  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Shakers #Religions #Ancestors

If you have Russian heritage, you will be interested in learning about Russian Christmas traditions. These traditions help connect you to your Russian ancestors of today and of long ago. You might even adopt some of these traditions into your own Christmas celebrations to honor your heritage. Here are some of the most important Russian Christmas traditions you should know. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/russian-christmas-traditions-you-should-know/  Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebook  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Russian #Christmas #Traditions

France has a variety of unique and interesting Christmas traditions. Some are unique to France, while others are borrowed or adapted from other cultures. They all have unique meanings. Learning about them helps you learn more about your French ancestors. Here are some of the most popular French Christmas traditions. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/french-christmas-traditions/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #French #Traditions #Christmas

If you have German ancestry, you will love learning about the interesting and unique Christmas traditions of Germany. They will help you learn more about your ancestors and their lives. They will also give you some wonderful ideas for new traditions to adopt for your own family. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/german-christmas-traditions/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Irish #Traditions #AncestralFindings

Ireland has some unique Christmas traditions, as well as some holidays that are unique to the island itself. Knowing about these holidays and traditions is helpful when celebrating or learning about your Irish ancestors and what their lives were like. Join me today for some interesting Irish holidays and holiday traditions you should know. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/irish-holiday-traditions/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Irish #Traditions #AncestralFindings

If you are researching your WWI ancestors, don’t forget to check for honor rolls where they may be mentioned. Honor rolls were used for calling attention to both men and women at home and on the front lines who did extraordinary things to help the war effort. Here is what you need to know about honor rolls and where to find them. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/using-honor-rolls-to-trace-your-wwi-ancestors/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings #WWI #HonorRolls #AncestralFindings

Do you have a Scottish surname, or is there one in your family tree? Then, you will want to know about their origin and meanings, as this will tell you a lot about your ancient Scottish ancestors. Here is what you need to know… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-origin-and-meaning-of-scottish-surnames/  Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing   Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks   Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff   https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings  https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings   #Surnames #Scottish #AncestralFindings

Meningiomas are usually benign tumors of the lining of the brain and spinal cord. While they are typically asymptomatic, they can cause symptoms and be dangerous in certain cases. New DNA research is revealing a hereditary factor in about half of them. Here is what you need to know about getting your DNA tested… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/meningioma-and-dna-heredity/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Meningioma #DNA #AncestralFindings

If you have Greek ancestry, you will want to understand more about your Greek surname. Greek surnames are unique and interesting things, unlike any other type of surname in Europe. Listen in to learn about your Greek ancestors by learning the origin and meanings of the surnames they chose… Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/the-origin-and-meaning-of-your-greek-surname/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #GreekSurname #Genealogy #AncestralFindings

Have you ever considered looking into more than just vital records and other standard genealogical resources to find out more about your ancestors? Genealogical artifacts can provide information you will not find anywhere else. Here are three top genealogical artifacts, along with what you may find in them, and why you should be using them in your research. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/valuable-genealogical-artifacts-you-might-not-have-considered/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Artifacts #Genealogy #AncestralFindings

Have you considered doing an autosomal DNA test to add to and improve the accuracy of your family tree? Have you ever heard of autosomal DNA? It is the most common type of publicly available DNA test nowadays and is quite affordable. Here is what you need to know about this valuable genealogical DNA test. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/y-dna-and-mt-dna-and-how-they-can-help-you-trace-your-ancestors/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #DNA #Genealogy #AncestralFindings

Using Y-DNA and mtDNA are two important ways you can add to your family tree and improve its accuracy. Both can be used to find missing relatives and to confirm biological relationships. Here is what you need to know about these two types of DNA, and how you can use them to make a much better family tree. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/y-dna-and-mt-dna-and-how-they-can-help-you-trace-your-ancestors/ Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #DNA #Genealogy #AncestralFindings

Do you know how to determine cousin relationships? It’s easier than you may imagine. All you have to do is remember to count generations from the most recent set of cousins in your family tree that match up in the same generation and count the generations to you (or anyone else in your family tree). Here is how to do it. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/cousin-relationships-the-easy-way Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #Cousins #Genealogy #AncestralFindings    

Family Bibles are some of the most unique and valuable genealogical resources available. If your immediate family doesn’t have one, you might not understand just how important they can be to your research. Here is why they are such genealogical gems, and how to track one down that pertains to your family. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/family-bibles  Listen to the Weekly Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  #FamilyBible #Genealogy #AncestralFindings

If you are at a genealogical brick wall, consider looking for distant relatives to help you break through it. Who are distant relatives, and what information might they have to benefit your research? How do you find them and contact them? Here is what you need to know. Show Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/finding-distant-relatives  Listen via: https://ancestralfindings.com/itunes  https://ancestralfindings.com/youtube  Weekly Giveaways: https://ancestralfindings.com/drawing  Free eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks  Hard To Find Surnames: https://ancestralfindings.com/surnames  Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings  https://www.twitter.com/ancestralstuff  https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings