Genealogy for Beginners Online Series - Session 2: What to Research

This session introduces participants to the wide variety of record types and explains what can be found in vital documents, residency and church records, military and court files, immigration and government records, as well as newspapers, cemetery resources, and other supplementary materials. By outlining the purpose, contents, and research value of each record category, the session helps participants understand how different types of records contribute unique evidence that can build a fuller and more accurate family history.