A Guide for Using Polish Archives
A detailed guide for navigating the Polish National Archives (Szukaj w Archiwach). It provides practical advice and step-by-step instructions for researchers looking to access and interpret records from Poland.
Canada Censuses
Provides free access to indexed images of Canadian census records from 1851, 1901, 1906, and 1911. It is a collaborative project aimed at making Canadian genealogical data easily searchable.
Catholic Parish Registers at the National Library of Ireland
Provides free online access to digitized images of Catholic parish registers from across Ireland. These records are a vital resource for tracing Irish ancestors before the start of civil registration.
Dutch names and their English Equivalents
A useful reference for genealogists researching Dutch heritage, providing a list of Dutch names alongside their English equivalents. This helps in identifying ancestors across different linguistic contexts and records.
English-Swedish dictionary
A practical tool for researchers of Swedish ancestry, providing translations and definitions. It assists in interpreting Swedish records and understanding genealogical terminology.
Foundation for East European Family History Studies
An organization dedicated to helping researchers find ancestors in Eastern and Central Europe. It provides resources, maps, and historical information to navigate the complex records of these regions.
Free UK Genealogy
A volunteer-led project providing free access to high-quality transcriptions of UK family history records. It includes databases for births, marriages, and deaths, census data, and parish registers.
Geneteka
A Polish genealogical database featuring indexes of vital records from various archives and parishes across Poland. It allows researchers to search for ancestors by name and location.
German Genealogy Group
A volunteer organization providing searchable databases and resources for researchers with German-American ancestors. It focuses on records from the New York area and provides German research guidance.
German Roots
A curated collection of links and resources specifically for German genealogy. It offers guides for finding ancestors in Germany and locating US records like passenger lists and vital records.
Germanna Foundation
Focuses on the history and genealogy of the Germanna colonies in Virginia. It provides resources for descendants and historical background on the immigrant families who settled in the region.
Irish Genealogy
The official Irish government website for genealogical research. It provides free access to civil records of births, marriages, and deaths, as well as various church records from Ireland.
Italian State Archive
Provides information and resources for accessing historical records from Italy's State Archives. It guides researchers in finding vital records, military documents, and census data essential for Italian research.
Italian/Sicilian Names w/English Equivalents
A specialized guide helping researchers translate Italian and Sicilian given names into their English equivalents. This is particularly useful for identifying ancestors in immigration records and early census data.
Jewish Gen
The premier resource for Jewish genealogy, providing a vast collection of databases, research tools, and community connections. It helps individuals trace their Jewish ancestry through records worldwide.
Library and Archives Canada
The national repository for
Canada's documentary heritage. It offers extensive genealogical resources, including census records, military files, and immigration lists essential for Canadian family research.
Meyers Gazetteer
A vital tool for researching ancestors from the German Empire (1871-1918). It allows users to locate towns, identify jurisdictions, and find relevant archives for genealogical research.
National Archives of Ireland - Census
A dedicated portal for searching the 1901 and 1911 Irish census records online. These records provide a detailed snapshot of Irish households at the start of the 20th century.
National Library of Ireland
Our mission is to collect, protect and make accessible the recorded memory of Ireland.
Norwegian Historical Data Centre
A research unit that makes Norwegian census and parish records available online. It is a key resource for tracing ancestors in Norway through searchable historical population databases.
Ontario (Canada) Cemetery Finding Aid
A guide to locating cemetery records and burial sites across Ontario. It provides links to various databases to help researchers find their ancestors' final resting places in the province.
Polish Roots
An online resource dedicated to Polish genealogy, offering historical articles, research guides, and links to databases. It helps individuals navigate records and understand Polish ancestral history.
Quebec recherche en demographie historique
A comprehensive database for Quebec genealogy and historical demography. It provides access to records of births, marriages, and deaths in Quebec from the 17th to the 19th centuries.
Search Rzeszow Vital Records
A specialized database focusing on vital records from the Rzeszow region of Poland. It provides indexes and links that help researchers trace families from this specific geographic area
UK & Ireland Genealogy (GENUKI)
A large, volunteer-maintained portal providing information and links for research in the UK and Ireland. It is organized by region and provides historical context for various localities.
