FamilySearch, MyHeritage and Ancestry now use AI to read handwriting. What changed, what's still imperfect, and the one thing never to upload....
A scanner can copy a tape. It can't stop termites. What UNESCO's projects in Somalia, Malawi and Uganda show about lasting archive care....
A family tree organizes names and relationships. What are we really seeking when we research our ancestors, and what do we do with what we learn?...
If you have been researching your African American family for any length of time, you have probably heard about the 1870 brick wall. You find your family in the 1900 census. Then 1880. Then, if you are fortunate, there they are in 1870. And then everything changes. The...
In today's digital age, uncovering your family history has never been easier, thanks to innovative tools like ChatGPT. This advanced AI model, developed by OpenAI, offers a wealth of possibilities for genealogy enthusiasts seeking to delve into their ancestry and discover hidden connections. In this...
Embarking on the journey to uncover African ancestry through archival records is a profound endeavor, laden with both challenges and opportunities. For descendants seeking to trace the footsteps of their enslaved forebears, archival research represents a pivotal pathway to reclaiming lost narratives and honoring ancestral...
Abstract: This article contends that countries involved in the colonial rule of Africa and the transatlantic slave trade should not impose fees for accessing records related to these historical atrocities. Rather, they have an ethical obligation to atone for their wrongdoings by making these records freely...
African Americans have a unique and complex relationship with their past. Centuries of forced migration, enslavement, and displacement have made it challenging for many African Americans to trace their family trees and connect with their ancestral heritage. However, the growing availability of genealogical resources has...
Part 1: Creating a Genealogy Research Plan When it comes to tracing your African American ancestry, it's important to have a solid plan in place. This will help you stay focused and organized as you sift through records and gather information about your ancestors. Here are...
Genealogy research often involves a great deal of digital records and documents. From scanned photographs and old census records to family trees and DNA test results, the amount of information we collect and store digitally can be overwhelming. This is where digital curation and preservation...