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Tricky Genealogy: Finding Elusive Ancestors Online
2025
Overview
Genealogy research can be as frustrating as it is rewarding. Assisting library patrons in tracing their ancestors can be particularly challenging when it comes to certain ethnic communities or unique circumstances. Roadblocks include surnames that changed during immigration and a lack of records regarding people who were enslaved. And what about ancestors who had a disability or were adopted or imprisoned? Puzzles abound. With popular television shows such as Finding Your Roots, Genealogy Roadshow, and Who Do You Think You Are? it seems that more people than ever are embracing the interesting hobby of tracing their origins. Here, suggestions for online resources to help track down harder-to-find ancestors are offered.
