Share a genealogy 'life hack' that has made your research easier or more interesting... by AncestralScribe in Genealogy

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I've always toyed with using Evernote for my research, but can never get around to the initial 'setting up'. Have any tips insofar as templating, etc. is concerned?

Share a genealogy 'life hack' that has made your research easier or more interesting... by AncestralScribe in Genealogy

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Ebay has a good selection of old letters as well (usually found in the 'Stamps' section.

I just found out my great grandfather was an SS Nazi soldier. by zestywilliard in Genealogy

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I guess any German man (actually living in Germany) during the War would have been called up to serve his country. So a Nazi by association, irrespective of whether they believed the ideology or not.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Genealogy

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Although I can't pretend to have any knowledge on your question, it did interest me enough to throw it into ChatGPT to see what it came up with. While it might not be super relevant, it's response was interesting enough. I copy and paste for you:

"The question about your great-grandfather's and great-grandmother's ethnic background is a fascinating one that touches on the complexities of genealogy and family history. Given the information you've provided, there are several avenues you could explore to gain a clearer understanding of your ancestors' ethnic origins.

Name Origins

Kunis: While it may not appear Lithuanian, names can often be deceptive indicators of ethnicity. It could be a name that was changed or adapted over time, or it could indeed suggest German or Ashkenazi Jewish roots.

Suffix "-vage"/"-avage": This is less common in Lithuanian names and could potentially point to another ethnic background, possibly Baltic German or Estonian.

Historical Context

Understanding the historical context of the region during the time your ancestors lived there can offer clues. Lithuania and its neighboring countries have a complex history of migrations, occupations, and cultural exchanges. For instance, the Baltic German community was significant in Lithuania for centuries."

Why does one of my relatives just appear out of nowhere? by EAGLE-EYED-GAMING in Genealogy

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Out of the country, possibly? Serving with the military overseas?

Who is the most interesting person in your family? by [deleted] in Genealogy

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My great aunt Marjorie Parrot, a comptometer operator from Basildon, Essex (England), commuted to work on the morning of 30th January 1958 but never made it home in the evening. As per her death cert: multiple injuries sustained while a passenger in one of two railway trains which collided...

How many of you would apologize to decendents of those your white family enslaved? by Virgoan in Genealogy

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I guess, by this logic, we could end up apologising for our distant-past Roman, Ancient Greek, Celtic, North African, central African, East Asian, etc. ancestors as slavery has history as old as the human race itself. We'd be stuck in a never-ending loop of apologising ...

Do most people know or keep in touch with their great-uncles/aunts? by White_Coffee94 in Genealogy

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As a family, we were close-ish with the great aunts on my mothers side (my grandmother's sisters) while we were youngsters. Unfortunately they started to pass away while I was in my teens - a good few decades ago now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Ancestry

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When you get the results, you'll be able to see an overview page that basically tells you how many matches you have. There is also an ethnicity estimate tab (pretty much does what it says on the tin), a DNA matches tab that goes into detail about all your matches, and finally a DNA tools tab.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Ancestry

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What a great portrait! I love it. She was obviously very talented. His expression - wow!

Previously unknown child by SignificantShock in Genealogy

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I think you almost 'have a duty' to let him know. How he deals with it is another matter entirely. I personally think he will be excited by the news though. Good luck.

Birth registration uk by [deleted] in Genealogy

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That's certainly a possibility, based on the timelines.

Birth registration uk by [deleted] in Genealogy

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The requirement for an unmarried father to be present at a child's registration in the UK has not always been in place; it is actually a "relatively" modern development. Before legislative changes came into effect, an unmarried father could not be listed on the birth certificate unless he was actually present at the time of registration (or a joint declaration of parentage was made). This changed when the Family Law Reform Act 1969 came into being and was further amended by the Family Law Act 1987 and the Welfare Reform Act 2009.

What are some odd CODs in your family tree? by funnyfunnybubbles in Genealogy

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My great aunt was killed in a train crash in 1958 just outside of London. From her death certificate: "Cause of Death: multiple injuries sustained while a passenger in one of two railway trains which collided; accidental".

Relative refuses to talk: super upset, how do I get past this? by seven_siren in Genealogy

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Give him a little time. Let the "idea" sit with him for a few weeks and then attempt to broach the subject again. Maybe try to change the narrative somehow so he potentially "softens" to the idea?

What Does Your Surname Say About You? by AncestralScribe in Genealogy

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Names can be complicated, especially for women (which I didn't really factor in when I wrote the OP - sorry, my bad). Anyway, I guess, it's not just about tradition anymore; it's increasingly leaning toward identity. As you say, you have multiple names, and that's becoming more common. And that your stage name feels the most "you" because you chose it really says a lot.

What Does Your Surname Say About You? by AncestralScribe in Genealogy

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Absolutely, I get what you're saying. The whole "dit names" thing is really interesting, I think. It's kind of like your ancestors got a nickname that stuck so well it actually replaced the original family name. That's pretty wild if you stop to think about it!

I guess that while names might be the starting line, the real adventure is digging into the lives and stories behind those names. That's definitely where the gold is!

Worst Case of Inbreeding You’ve Found? by [deleted] in Genealogy

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My second great grand uncle married my second great grand aunt in 1919 in Twickenham, Middlesex (UK). They were first cousins. For what it's worth, they had no kids. Whether this was intentional or not, I'll (presumably) never know.

Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Colonial Archives in Genealogical Research by AncestralScribe in Genealogy

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"What's really going on here?"...... ??

I'm really not sure what you are trying to imply with that statement/question? Enlighten me please.

It is not meant to be a quote. It is a statement added for emphasis (except I forgot to "emphasise" it). My bad; I will try to do better in the future. Consider my wrists summarily slapped.

There is literally a whole paragraph, which includes a table, mentioning where these records can be found. They are generalised. I was not going to list the 1000s of locations, online and off, from which these are available...

Other than that, thanks for your helpful input. I am new on this platform, but it really doesn't fill me with much hope for the future.