Re: Genealogy For The Beginner

On Wed, 13 Feb 2008 01:44:18 -0800 (PST), "dogqruomlrsa@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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<dogqruomlrsa@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>Genealogy is a popular pastime. It is natural to be curious about
>one's roots and family history, and genealogy allows all of the
>information to be compiled and passed along to future generations.
>The internet has proved to be a powerful tool for genealogists,
>allowing easier searches of records as well as the sharing of
>information between genealogists who share a common line. This article
>will discuss some of the common questions surrounding genealogy and
>family history that may help you find your ancestors.
>What is genealogy?
>Genealogy can be defined as the study and recording of one's family
>history. The information is recorded in a do***ent known as a family
>tree. Information that may be do***ented in the written record
>includes birth, death and marriage dates, names of spouse(s) and
>children, and perhaps pertinent historical or medical data.
>Why is genealogy im****tant?
>We are ultimately the product of those who have gone before us. In
>order to understand ourselves better, it is im****tant to understand
>where we came from. Additionally, genealogy may be used to find lost
>relatives or trace a line of descendants from a well-known
>ancestor....
>
>http://groups.google.com/group/familytreesyvs

Genealogy has become a hobby - lots more than just a pasttime.

The term Family History is an abused term - many people use it as an
excuse to depart from bloodlines and that is not acceptable in
genealogy. We need to keep the distinction in my opinion.

Genealogy is also full of DNA surprises. I find that my closest MRCAs
are three different surnames, none Sullivan so far.

Hugh