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=== Blogs ===
===Blogs===


Many blogs help with learning the basics of genealogical research, learning more about a particular product, ancestral line or geographical area, and provide the latest news about happenings in the family history research industry or products used.<br>  
Many blogs help with learning the basics of genealogical research, learning more about a particular product, ancestral line or geographical area, and provide the latest news about happenings in the family history research industry or products used.<br>  


*[http://www.examiner.com/african-american-genealogy-in-national/michael-hait African American Genealogy Examiner]  
*[http://www.examiner.com/african-american-genealogy-in-national/michael-hait African American Genealogy Examiner]
*[http://blogs.ancestry.com/ancestry/?cj=1&o_xid=0001029688&o_lid=0001029688 Ancestry]<br>
*[http://blogs.ancestry.com/ancestry/?cj=1&o_xid=0001029688&o_lid=0001029688 Ancestry]
*[http://chicagogenealogy.blogspot.com/ ChicagoGenealogy]<br>
*[http://chicagogenealogy.blogspot.com/ ChicagoGenealogy]
*[http://cyndislist.blogspot.com/ Cyndi's List]  
*[http://cyndislist.blogspot.com/ Cyndi's List]
*[http://blog.dearmyrtle.com/ DearMYRTLE'S]<br>
*[http://blog.dearmyrtle.com/ DearMYRTLE'S]
*[https://familysearch.org/blog/en/ FamilySearch Blog]  
*[https://familysearch.org/blog/en/ FamilySearch Blog]
*[http://www.geneamusings.com/ GeneaMusings] (Randy Seaver)  
*[http://www.geneamusings.com/ GeneaMusings] (Randy Seaver)
*[http://geneabloggers.com/genealogy-blogs/ Full list of genealogical blogs]&nbsp;(over 3000) at Geneabloggers.com  
*[http://geneabloggers.com/genealogy-blogs/ Full list of genealogical blogs]&nbsp;(over 3000) at Geneabloggers.com
*[http://descendantsnancestors.com/newspaper/ Descendants N Ancestors ® Newspaper]<br>
*[http://descendantsnancestors.com/newspaper/ Descendants N Ancestors ® Newspaper]
*[http://blog.eogn.com/ Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter] <br>
*[http://blog.eogn.com/ Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter]  
*[https://moultriecreek.us/category/digital-storytelling/blog-bytes/ Family Matters]  
*[https://moultriecreek.us/category/digital-storytelling/blog-bytes/ Family Matters]
*[https://www.familysearch.org/ FamilySearch]<br>
*[https://www.familysearch.org/ FamilySearch]
*[http://blog.fold3.com/ Fold3]  
*[http://blog.fold3.com/ Fold3]
*[http://genealogy.about.com/ Kim's Genealogy]  
*[http://genealogy.about.com/ Kim's Genealogy]
*[https://lisalouisecooke.com/blog/ Lisa Louise Cooke's Genealogy Gems]  
*[https://lisalouisecooke.com/blog/ Lisa Louise Cooke's Genealogy Gems]
*[http://midwesternmicrohistory.blogspot.com/ Midwestern Microhistory]  
*[http://midwesternmicrohistory.blogspot.com/ Midwestern Microhistory]
*[http://louisianagenealogyblog.blogspot.com/ Louisiana Genealogy]<br>
*[http://louisianagenealogyblog.blogspot.com/ Louisiana Genealogy]
*[http://olivetreegenealogy.blogspot.com/ Olive Tree Genealogy]  
*[http://olivetreegenealogy.blogspot.com/ Olive Tree Genealogy]
*[http://rzamor1.blogspot.com/ Renee's Genealogy Blog]  
*[http://rzamor1.blogspot.com/ Renee's Genealogy Blog]
*[http://www.spiny.com/runaway/ Runaway Slave]  
*[http://www.spiny.com/runaway/ Runaway Slave]
*[http://robinsavingstories.blogspot.com/ Saving Stories]<br>
*[http://robinsavingstories.blogspot.com/ Saving Stories]
*[http://scottishancestry.blogspot.com/ Scottish Genealogy News and Events]<br>
*[http://scottishancestry.blogspot.com/ Scottish Genealogy News and Events]
*[http://small-leavedshamrock.blogspot.com/ Small Leaved Shamrock]<br>
*[http://small-leavedshamrock.blogspot.com/ Small Leaved Shamrock]
*[http://www.stephendanko.com/ Steve's Genealogy]  
*[http://www.stephendanko.com/ Steve's Genealogy]
*[http://www.18thmass.com/blog/ Touch the Elbow - Blogging the Civil War] <br>
*[http://www.18thmass.com/blog/ Touch the Elbow - Blogging the Civil War]  
*[http://tracingthetribe.blogspot.com/ Tracing the Tribe: The Jewish Genealogy Blog]  
*[http://tracingthetribe.blogspot.com/ Tracing the Tribe: The Jewish Genealogy Blog]


=== Forums ===
===Forums===


In a genealogical forum, you can ask a specific question about an ancestor or a product used in family history research.&nbsp; It is helpful if questions are posted in the area related to a particular discussion, or community members can start a new discussion related to their query.&nbsp; Find out the rules as a forums member.&nbsp; For example, some forums allow attachments and some do not, and it is not proper to advertise products in a forum post or spam forum members.&nbsp; That is one sure way of getting blocked from a forum. Those who answer posts can be professional genealogists or enthusiasts who have a good working knowledge of the topic.  
In a genealogical forum, you can ask a specific question about an ancestor or a product used in family history research.&nbsp; It is helpful if questions are posted in the area related to a particular discussion, or community members can start a new discussion related to their query.&nbsp; Find out the rules as a forums member.&nbsp; For example, some forums allow attachments and some do not, and it is not proper to advertise products in a forum post or spam forum members.&nbsp; That is one sure way of getting blocked from a forum. Those who answer posts can be professional genealogists or enthusiasts who have a good working knowledge of the topic.  
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*[http://www.genforum.com Genforum]
*[http://www.genforum.com Genforum]


=== Groups ===
===Groups===


Many groups exist with members who have a common interest which focus on a particular research topic or geographical concentration.&nbsp; Members of a group can learn from the wide range of replies and questions that are asked, post questions, and learn about specific interests when general information is shared that benefits the group.&nbsp; Groups require registration.<br>  
Many groups exist with members who have a common interest which focus on a particular research topic or geographical concentration.&nbsp; Members of a group can learn from the wide range of replies and questions that are asked, post questions, and learn about specific interests when general information is shared that benefits the group.&nbsp; Groups require registration.<br>  
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=== Message Boards ===
===Message Boards===


Message boards are set up to allow family history researchers to post a comment or question online and others more knowledgeable about a topic or product respond to the query. Message boards can also be used to post information about your ancestors and that information then becomes searchable by others.<br>  
Message boards are set up to allow family history researchers to post a comment or question online and others more knowledgeable about a topic or product respond to the query. Message boards can also be used to post information about your ancestors and that information then becomes searchable by others.<br>
 
[https://www.ancestry.com/boards/ Ancestry Message Boards]


[http://www.familytreecircles.com/ Family Tree Circles]&nbsp; Connect with your circle of family tree researchers.  
[http://www.familytreecircles.com/ Family Tree Circles]&nbsp; Connect with your circle of family tree researchers.  


[http://www.Genforum.genealogy.com Genforum]  
[https://www.genealogy.com/forum/ Genforum]
 
[https://www.myheritage.com/genealogy-forums MyHeritage Genealogy Forums]  


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=== Networks ===
===Networks===


A network is made up a very large community where members having a common interest connect with each other to communicate.&nbsp; Special interest groups can also be found within networks where members can join to collaborate with one another. The following networks have members who belong to special groups relating to genealogy within the network.&nbsp; Some of the groups within networks are listed below.&nbsp; The expertise of the group can range form expert to novice.&nbsp; All are there to share ideas and resources.<br>  
A network is made up a very large community where members having a common interest connect with each other to communicate.&nbsp; Special interest groups can also be found within networks where members can join to collaborate with one another. The following networks have members who belong to special groups relating to genealogy within the network.&nbsp; Some of the groups within networks are listed below.&nbsp; The expertise of the group can range form expert to novice.&nbsp; All are there to share ideas and resources.<br>
 
'''Facebook Groups:'''


*[http://www.facebook.com/ Facebook] (Registration required)<br>
*[http://www.facebook.com/ Facebook] (Registration required)<br>


'''Facebook Groups:&nbsp; '''[https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=familysearch%20us%20genealogical%20sites US Genealogical Sites!], [https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyGems/ Genealogy Gems], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=familysearch%20general%20genealogical%20sites General Genealogical Sites!], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=great%20international%20genealogical%20websites Great International Genealogical Websites!, ][https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=familysearch%20family%20history%20library Family History Library], [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reno-NV/Heritage-Genealogy-Corner/297001089940?v=app_2373072738#!/pages/FamilySearch-Indexing/338864574155 FamilySearch Indexing], [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Genealogy/106154876082188?v=desc&ref=search Genealogy], [http://www.facebook.com/guildonename Guild of One-Name Studies],&nbsp;[http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reno-NV/Heritage-Genealogy-Corner/297001089940?v=app_2373072738#!/pages/Reno-NV/Heritage-Genealogy-Corner/297001089940?v=wall Heritage Genealogy Corner], [http://www.facebook.com/Ancestorville?v=app_2373072738&ref=search#!/Ancestorville?v=wall&ref=search Ancestorville Genealogy], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=international%20genealogy International Genealogy], [http://www.bigenealogy.com/ British Isles Genealogy], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=afroamericans%20genealogy AfroAmerican Genealogy], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=genealogy%20links%20for%20research Genealogy Links for Research], [https://www.facebook.com/RobinRFoster?fref=ts Saving Stories]<br>  
'''&nbsp;'''[https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=familysearch%20us%20genealogical%20sites US Genealogical Sites!], [https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyGems/ Genealogy Gems], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=familysearch%20general%20genealogical%20sites General Genealogical Sites!], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=great%20international%20genealogical%20websites Great International Genealogical Websites!,] [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=familysearch%20family%20history%20library Family History Library], [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reno-NV/Heritage-Genealogy-Corner/297001089940?v=app_2373072738#!/pages/FamilySearch-Indexing/338864574155 FamilySearch Indexing], [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Genealogy/106154876082188?v=desc&ref=search Genealogy], [http://www.facebook.com/guildonename Guild of One-Name Studies],&nbsp;[http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reno-NV/Heritage-Genealogy-Corner/297001089940?v=app_2373072738#!/pages/Reno-NV/Heritage-Genealogy-Corner/297001089940?v=wall Heritage Genealogy Corner], [http://www.facebook.com/Ancestorville?v=app_2373072738&ref=search#!/Ancestorville?v=wall&ref=search Ancestorville Genealogy], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=international%20genealogy International Genealogy], [http://www.bigenealogy.com/ British Isles Genealogy], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=afroamericans%20genealogy AfroAmerican Genealogy], [https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=genealogy%20links%20for%20research Genealogy Links for Research], [https://www.facebook.com/RobinRFoster?fref=ts Saving Stories]<br>
 
'''LinkedIn Groups:'''


*[http://www.linkedin.com/ LinkedIn] (Registration required)
*[http://www.linkedin.com/ LinkedIn] (Registration required)


'''LinkedIn Groups:'''<br>* Digging Up Family Roots Genealogy<br>* Family History Detective<br>* FamilySearch.org Users<br>* Genealogical &amp; Historical Research<br>* Genealogy Consultancy<br>* Genealogy Linked  
<br>* Digging Up Family Roots Genealogy<br>* Family History Detective<br>* FamilySearch.org Users<br>* Genealogical &amp; Historical Research<br>* Genealogy Consultancy<br>* Genealogy Linked  
 
*[http://www.linkedin.com/groups?mostPopular=&gid=3113301 Guild of One-Name Studies]


<br>* History Enthusiasts Group<br>  
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Guild of One-Name Studies<br>* History Enthusiasts Group<br>  


'''Twitter Members/Groups:'''<br>
'''Twitter Members/Groups:'''  


*[http://twitter.com/ Twitter] (Requires registration.&nbsp; Search the usernames below to follow)<br>
*[http://twitter.com/ Twitter] (Requires registration.&nbsp; Search the usernames below to follow)<br>
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Acadian Genealogy, afrigeneas, alabamapioneers, AncestryDotCom, AncestryComAu, AncestryInsider, a3Genealogy, CatawbaHistory, CyndisList, CivilWarHistory, DearMYRTLE, dickeastman, DutchGen, FacesOfAmerica, FamilyTreeMagazine, findmypast (UK), GenealogyGems, generationstv, GuildOneName, lacemeteries, [https://twitter.com/LisaCooke LisaLouiseCooke], CAfricana, megansmolenyak, ncgenealogy, OneGreatFamily, oregon_history, OurGeorgiaRoots, Polish Origins, Renee Zamora, rootstelevision, SlaveryDatabase UKGenealogy, uscivilwar, WDYTYA,<br>  
Acadian Genealogy, afrigeneas, alabamapioneers, AncestryDotCom, AncestryComAu, AncestryInsider, a3Genealogy, CatawbaHistory, CyndisList, CivilWarHistory, DearMYRTLE, dickeastman, DutchGen, FacesOfAmerica, FamilyTreeMagazine, findmypast (UK), GenealogyGems, generationstv, GuildOneName, lacemeteries, [https://twitter.com/LisaCooke LisaLouiseCooke], CAfricana, megansmolenyak, ncgenealogy, OneGreatFamily, oregon_history, OurGeorgiaRoots, Polish Origins, Renee Zamora, rootstelevision, SlaveryDatabase UKGenealogy, uscivilwar, WDYTYA,<br>  


=== Podcasts ===
===Podcasts===


Free podcasts can be accessed to receive instruction and information about the latest products and news in the genealogical industry. Many professional genealogists offer helpful information about resources and techniques via podcasts.Notice of scheduled podcasts are delivered to email account free or can be accessed on blogs.&nbsp; Some provide the opportunity for callers to participate live and ask questions of experts.  
Free podcasts can be accessed to receive instruction and information about the latest products and news in the genealogical industry. Many professional genealogists offer helpful information about resources and techniques via podcasts.Notice of scheduled podcasts are delivered to email account free or can be accessed on blogs.&nbsp; Some provide the opportunity for callers to participate live and ask questions of experts.  


*[https://lisalouisecooke.com/family-history-podcast/ Family History: Genealogy Made Easy]  
*[https://lisalouisecooke.com/family-history-podcast/ Family History: Genealogy Made Easy]
*[https://www.familytreemagazine.com/podcasts Family Tree Magazine]  
*[https://www.familytreemagazine.com/podcasts Family Tree Magazine]
*[https://lisalouisecooke.com/podcasts/ Genealogy Gems Podcast- Your Family History Show]  
*[https://lisalouisecooke.com/podcasts/ Genealogy Gems Podcast- Your Family History Show]
*[http://www.blogtalkradio.com/search/genealogy/ BlogTalkRadio]&nbsp; (Topic: Genealogy)  
*[http://www.blogtalkradio.com/search/genealogy/ BlogTalkRadio]&nbsp; (Topic: Genealogy)
*[http://genealogyguys.com/ The Genealogy Guys]  
*[http://genealogyguys.com/ The Genealogy Guys]
*[http://underthetreeblog.wordpress.com/ Under the Tree ](African-American)
*[http://underthetreeblog.wordpress.com/ Under the Tree] (African-American)


=== Trees ===
===Trees===


Several repositories for genealogical findings can be found on the interest today.&nbsp; Members who join a repository where trees are shared share information they have compiled on their own family.&nbsp; Many of these repositories are free, and members can link to information on deceased family.&nbsp; Repositories provide a place where members can store a vast about of data permanently.Some of the repositories have additional features that they offer.<br>  
Several repositories for genealogical findings can be found on the interest today.&nbsp; Members who join a repository where trees are shared share information they have compiled on their own family.&nbsp; Many of these repositories are free, and members can link to information on deceased family.&nbsp; Repositories provide a place where members can store a vast about of data permanently.Some of the repositories have additional features that they offer.<br>  


*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/category.aspx?cat=42 Ancestry Family Trees]  
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/category.aspx?cat=42 Ancestry Family Trees]
*[http://www.familypursuit.com/Home.ShowNewFamilySearch Family Pursuit]  
*[http://www.familypursuit.com/Home.ShowNewFamilySearch Family Pursuit]
*[https://familysearch.org/tree FamilySearch FamilyTree]&nbsp;(requires free sign-in)  
*[https://familysearch.org/tree FamilySearch FamilyTree]&nbsp;(requires free sign-in)
*[http://www.genesreunited.com Genes Reunited]&nbsp;($)  
*[http://www.genesreunited.com Genes Reunited]&nbsp;($)
*[http://www.genetree.com/ Genetree]  
*[http://www.genetree.com/ Genetree]
*[http://www.family-genealogy.com/ Family Genealogy]  
*[http://www.family-genealogy.com/ Family Genealogy]
*[http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com/ World Connect Project]  
*[http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com/ World Connect Project]
*[http://www.geni.com/ Geni]
*[http://www.geni.com/ Geni]


=== Wikis ===
===Wikis===


A wiki is an encyclopedia where research is shared and beginners benefit from knowledge the community contributes.&nbsp; With community contributions, a wealth of specialized knowledge is always readily available by searching.&nbsp; A wiki is not the proper format for posting questions.  
A wiki is an encyclopedia where research is shared and beginners benefit from knowledge the community contributes.&nbsp; With community contributions, a wealth of specialized knowledge is always readily available by searching.&nbsp; A wiki is not the proper format for posting questions.  


*[[Main Page|FamilySearch Research Wiki]]<br>
*[[Main Page|FamilySearch Research Wiki]]
*[http://www.ancestry.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page Ancestry]
*[https://wiki.rootsweb.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page RootsWeb Wiki] (Ancestry)
*[http://www.werelate.org/wiki/Main_Page We Relate]  
*[http://www.werelate.org/wiki/Main_Page We Relate]
*[http://familypedia.wikia.com/wiki/Family_History_and_Genealogy_Wiki Familypedia]  
*[http://familypedia.wikia.com/wiki/Family_History_and_Genealogy_Wiki Familypedia]
*[http://www.isogg.org/wiki ISOGG Wiki] (International Society of Genetic Genealogy)
*[http://www.isogg.org/wiki ISOGG Wiki] (International Society of Genetic Genealogy)


=== Social Genealogy Articles<br>  ===
===Social Genealogy Articles ===


*[http://bit.ly/9DkNhJ Social Genealogy]. [http://www.tamurajones.net/index.xhtml More resources]  
*[http://bit.ly/9DkNhJ Social Genealogy]. [http://www.tamurajones.net/index.xhtml More resources]


For more information see [[The power of community|The Power of Community]]  
For more information see [[The power of community|The Power of Community]]  
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Blogs[edit | edit source]

Many blogs help with learning the basics of genealogical research, learning more about a particular product, ancestral line or geographical area, and provide the latest news about happenings in the family history research industry or products used.

Forums[edit | edit source]

In a genealogical forum, you can ask a specific question about an ancestor or a product used in family history research.  It is helpful if questions are posted in the area related to a particular discussion, or community members can start a new discussion related to their query.  Find out the rules as a forums member.  For example, some forums allow attachments and some do not, and it is not proper to advertise products in a forum post or spam forum members.  That is one sure way of getting blocked from a forum. Those who answer posts can be professional genealogists or enthusiasts who have a good working knowledge of the topic.

Groups[edit | edit source]

Many groups exist with members who have a common interest which focus on a particular research topic or geographical concentration.  Members of a group can learn from the wide range of replies and questions that are asked, post questions, and learn about specific interests when general information is shared that benefits the group.  Groups require registration.

Yahoo Groups:  Genealogy Club1Ancestor HuntersBlacksInGenealogy


Message Boards[edit | edit source]

Message boards are set up to allow family history researchers to post a comment or question online and others more knowledgeable about a topic or product respond to the query. Message boards can also be used to post information about your ancestors and that information then becomes searchable by others.

Ancestry Message Boards

Family Tree Circles  Connect with your circle of family tree researchers.

Genforum

MyHeritage Genealogy Forums


Networks[edit | edit source]

A network is made up a very large community where members having a common interest connect with each other to communicate.  Special interest groups can also be found within networks where members can join to collaborate with one another. The following networks have members who belong to special groups relating to genealogy within the network.  Some of the groups within networks are listed below.  The expertise of the group can range form expert to novice.  All are there to share ideas and resources.

Facebook Groups:

 US Genealogical Sites!, Genealogy Gems, General Genealogical Sites!, Great International Genealogical Websites!, Family History Library, FamilySearch Indexing, Genealogy, Guild of One-Name StudiesHeritage Genealogy Corner, Ancestorville Genealogy, International Genealogy, British Isles Genealogy, AfroAmerican Genealogy, Genealogy Links for Research, Saving Stories

LinkedIn Groups:


* Digging Up Family Roots Genealogy
* Family History Detective
* FamilySearch.org Users
* Genealogical & Historical Research
* Genealogy Consultancy
* Genealogy Linked

* Guild of One-Name Studies
* History Enthusiasts Group

Twitter Members/Groups:

  • Twitter (Requires registration.  Search the usernames below to follow)

Acadian Genealogy, afrigeneas, alabamapioneers, AncestryDotCom, AncestryComAu, AncestryInsider, a3Genealogy, CatawbaHistory, CyndisList, CivilWarHistory, DearMYRTLE, dickeastman, DutchGen, FacesOfAmerica, FamilyTreeMagazine, findmypast (UK), GenealogyGems, generationstv, GuildOneName, lacemeteries, LisaLouiseCooke, CAfricana, megansmolenyak, ncgenealogy, OneGreatFamily, oregon_history, OurGeorgiaRoots, Polish Origins, Renee Zamora, rootstelevision, SlaveryDatabase UKGenealogy, uscivilwar, WDYTYA,

Podcasts[edit | edit source]

Free podcasts can be accessed to receive instruction and information about the latest products and news in the genealogical industry. Many professional genealogists offer helpful information about resources and techniques via podcasts.Notice of scheduled podcasts are delivered to email account free or can be accessed on blogs.  Some provide the opportunity for callers to participate live and ask questions of experts.

Trees[edit | edit source]

Several repositories for genealogical findings can be found on the interest today.  Members who join a repository where trees are shared share information they have compiled on their own family.  Many of these repositories are free, and members can link to information on deceased family.  Repositories provide a place where members can store a vast about of data permanently.Some of the repositories have additional features that they offer.

Wikis[edit | edit source]

A wiki is an encyclopedia where research is shared and beginners benefit from knowledge the community contributes.  With community contributions, a wealth of specialized knowledge is always readily available by searching.  A wiki is not the proper format for posting questions.

Social Genealogy Articles[edit | edit source]

For more information see The Power of Community

See also[edit | edit source]

What to do with the genealogy and family history I collected