Jose Mier wonders what resources there are for blind people interested in genealogy. There are sites that try to make a difference, like the Parchment Rustler. Genealogy is a fascinating journey into our past, revealing the stories, connections, and heritage that define who we are today. For individuals who are blind or visually impaired, genealogy …. Read More
Jose Mier, resident of Sun Valley, CA, asks his neighbors to think carefully before taking one of these at-home DNA test kits that get sent to a company who will have your data perhaps forever. As these comments on Reddit show, there are several things one may need to worry about when considering taking a …. Read More
Jose Mier looks at more of the various places genealogists can look into prison records if it is germane to their family history research. One such site is the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) plays a critical role in the United States criminal justice system, managing the incarceration of federal …. Read More
Jose Mier, amateur Sun Valley, CA genealogist, recommends his readers and viewers take a look at the LisaLouiseCooke.com website for insights as to how to utilize YouTube and videos for your own family history purposes. The website lisalouisecooke.com is a central hub for genealogy enthusiasts, offering a wealth of resources to help individuals delve into …. Read More
Jose Mier searches from Sun Valley, CA for genealogy info but for those in other states, there are additional resources. Take, for example, Maryland. Balitimore resident can avail themselves of resources a the Enoch Pratt Library in downtown Baltimore. The Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, Maryland, is one of the oldest and most respected …. Read More
Jose Mier, non-professional Sun Valley, CA genealogist, shows some starting points for those interested in Aisan family history searches. The Library of Congress is one good jumping off point. Asian genealogy research can be a rewarding yet complex endeavor, given the diversity of cultures, languages, and historical record-keeping systems across Asia. Genealogists tracing their Asian …. Read More
Jose Mier, Sun Valley, CA resident, looks for resources in Europe for people doing family history research. One good list of Eurpean websites is found on Family Tree. European genealogy resources provide a vast and valuable collection of records and databases to help individuals trace their ancestry across Europe. With rich historical documentation, church registers, …. Read More
Jose Mier is interested in all family history, including finding people with his name from his headquarters in Sun Valley, CA. One problematic area in genealogy is Polynesia since these people’s history is almost entirely based on oral traditions. For a starter guide, check out the Family Search guide. Polynesian genealogy, known as whakapapa in …. Read More
Jose Mier, based in Sun Valley, CA looks into the niche of Civil Way genealogy with an eye on the National Park Service website. Genealogy research related to the American Civil War is a fascinating way to uncover ancestral connections to one of the most significant periods in U.S. history. The war, which lasted from …. Read More
Jose Mier, resident of Sun Valley, CA, has done yet another search for genealogy resources. This one, off the top of his head, was for “criminal genealogy.” As he envisioned (having criminals in one’s family), there actually is a niche devoted to researching criminals through genetics and genealogy. See the Criminal Genealogist website for more …. Read More