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How to use FreeREG, FreeBMD and FreeCEN for UK records
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How to use FreeREG, FreeBMD and FreeCEN for UK records

If you are building your family tree on a budget, there are several key free UK genealogy websites: FreeREG, FreeBMD, and FreeCEN. These free resources provide access to millions of … How to use FreeREG, FreeBMD and FreeCEN for UK recordsRead more

Top 10 free genealogy websites for UK family history
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Top 10 free genealogy websites for UK family history

If you are just starting your family history journey, the cost of subscription websites can feel overwhelming. The good news is that there are plenty of free resources that can … Top 10 free genealogy websites for UK family historyRead more

Why are my ancestors not in a census
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Why are my ancestors not in a census

You’re searching the census, expecting to see your ancestor listed neatly with their family, but the record just isn’t there. You check again. And again. Still nothing. If this sounds … Why are my ancestors not in a censusRead more

What is a ‘brick wall’ in genealogy and how to break through it
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What is a ‘brick wall’ in genealogy and how to break through it

Every family history researcher hits a frustrating point when a record, a person, or an entire branch of the family tree seems to vanish without explanation. You’ve checked the census, … What is a ‘brick wall’ in genealogy and how to break through itRead more

Was your ancestor in prison? How to spot it in the census
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Was your ancestor in prison? How to spot it in the census

If you’ve ever searched the census and noticed a missing ancestor, or discovered one listed in an unexpected place, you might have come across a prison record without even realising … Was your ancestor in prison? How to spot it in the censusRead more

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