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The Virtual Genealogical Association is a global
organization serving family history enthusiasts of all levels.
February 9th Webinar: “From East to West: Ancestral Migration Through Canada”
How did your family get from Europe to the Prairies? Why did your ancestors migrate through Canada? What clues can be found in records to track your ancestor’s migration? Why did so many Quebeckers leave the province during the 1800s? What was so appealing about the Prairie Provinces?
February 5th Webinar: “Who Owned Solomon? A Case Study of 19th Century African American Research”
Many African American researchers struggle to break through the brick wall of slavery. This presentation looks at techniques to identify slave-owners through the use of land, probate and court records.
February 3rd Webinar: “Ten Ways to Jumpstart Your Eastern European Research”
This presentation will show you how to “jumpstart your genealogy!” Learn the basics of how to investigate your family’s history using both traditional and online sources. Discover which records to tap into to identify your ancestral village, and how history impacts genealogical research.
March 12th Webinar: “Introduction to Bavarian Records” with Marcel Elias
An introduction to basic church and civil records available from Bavaria for all denominations (Catholic, Lutheran, Jewish), as well as where they could be found (online or in archives).
February 19th’s Hispanic SIG Discussion: Search and Documentation Strategies for Hispanic Names
Like many cultures, Hispanic countries (we’re including Spain) have traditional naming conventions. Understanding these well will make you much more successful when researching and documenting your ancestors.
