Best FREE Family History Websites & Ones Worth Paying For - Professional Genealogy Secrets

Who isn't always looking for good free websites when researching their ancestry? These sites are those I use the most in genealogy research and the majority are FREE! Instagram: ancestrybyaimee Facebook: @aimeecross2
If you want to build your family tree you need to know where to find information. These 25+ websites are my most frequently used websites (other than county-specific websites) as a professional researcher. Most are free, but some do cost. Here I'll explain why those which do have a cost may be worth the money and also provide some alternatives that are at no cost to you. This video quickly discusses these fantastic genealogy websites. Hope they help you in your family history research!
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0:00 Intro
1:30 Ancestry www.ancestry.com/ - to purchase a membership through my affiliate link: amzn.to/3IbDv4L
2:57 Familysearch - www.familysearch.org/en/
4:14 Familysearch Catalog
5:40 Familysearch Wiki
7:16 Newspapers.com - $ - www.newspapers.com
7:34 Chronicling America (Library of Congress) - chroniclingamerica.loc.gov
8:11 Fold3 - $ - but lots of libraries offer it free - www.fold3.com
9:25 Social Security Administration - Freedom of Information Act - SS-5 - request a copy of a deceased person’s original application for a Social Security Card - www.ssa.gov/foia/request.html
10:47 National Archives Military records (pension files) - www.archives.gov/veterans/mil...
11:26 National Archives - Other records / images - can be hard to navigate - search www.archives.gov/research/cat... or helps to find digitally available records www.archives.gov/research/ele...
11:41 Google searches - www.google.com
12:05 Goggle Books and other book sites (Hathitrust and Internet Archive)
books.google.com/ or www.hathitrust.org/ or archive.org/ NOTE: Internet archive has lots of other photographs and music, etc.
14:18 Google Maps www.google.com/maps
14:53 Google Translate - translate.google.com/
15:07 Black’s Law Dictionary - 4th edition - that’s important as later editions don’t include the old legal terms which is the reason for my interest. - download at heimatundrecht.de/sites/defau...
15:44 Census enumerator instructions - usa.ipums.org/usa/voliii/tEnu...
16:06 GenealogyBank - $ - but lots of libraries offer it free - www.genealogybank.com’
16:35 Stephen P. Morse - lots or great things, particularly information on passenger lists - stevemorse.org
16:50 ArchiveGrid (Find Archives Near You) - researchworks.oclc.org/archiv...
17:22 Behind The Name - etymology and history of first names - www.behindthename.com
17:51 Bureau of Land Management records - land patents - glorecords.blm.gov
18:44 Map of US - historical map boundaries - www.mapofus.org
19:48 David Rumsey Map Collection - www.davidrumsey.com
20:27 What was There - www.whatwasthere.com
20:36 Blaine Bettinger’s DNA Relationship Chart - thegeneticgenealogist.com/wp-...
21:11 DNA Painter - dnapainter.com
To build a tree on your computer rather than use a website, check out FamilyTreeMaker ($) - www.mackiev.com/ftm/ or Rootsmagic - www.rootsmagic.com/
Visit my site ancestryconsultingbyaimee.com..
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[@mikecrews2903]

Holy smokes! I've been researching my family history for more than 10 years and this has to be the most helpful resources video I have ever watched. Thank you so very much!

[@AncestryAimee]

Glad to hear it!! Thanks!!

[@peterdillon3749]

In family search a lot of the records have the key symbol which indicates that one needs to go to an FHC or affliliate to view the record. But a lot of the time a record with the key symbol will actually open up for you anyway. Always click on it just in case it does open for you remotely from home.

[@AncestryAimee]

I’ve never had that happen but don’t know that I’ve tried much. Good to know! Thanks!

[@traceyhall7307]

Absolutely the best list I’ve seen! You have given me so many more rabbit holes to fall into 😆

[@AncestryAimee]

Haha! So glad you like it! Rabbit holes are so tempting!!

[@SkepticalHeretic]

congrats on your first viral video! i've been enjoying your ancestry suggestions since you started and am glad one of your vids has hit a trend! can't wait to watch this one and the other newer ones too... (but back to grading until the weekend lol)

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you so much! 😄

[@jpolo56]

Glad I stumbled on your video! So much I didn’t know that I will now check out. Thanks so much!

[@AncestryAimee]

So glad it’s been of help!

[@jennifersloniker5612]

This is GREAT! Thank you for all of these leads!

[@AncestryAimee]

You’re very welcome!

[@msccna218]

Thank you for sharing! Ancestry and Family Search are two of my main go-to’s but you’ve given me more to explore!

[@AncestryAimee]

Glad to hear it!

[@marjoriegoodwin2993]

Aimee, you are easy to understand and so personable. Your calm friendly demeanor makes it a pleasure to learn from you. Thanks bundles.

[@AncestryAimee]

Well you have just made my day! Thank you!

[@jandavis1362]

Wow, this is truly an information video. Loads of resources, and many that I new absolutely nothing about. Fantastic. You are great.

[@AncestryAimee]

Wow, thank you!

[@Hereisone.]

Thanks for posting this video with such helpful information!

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks so much!

[@jearleanpaul1910]

Thank you for the information. I have been utilizing some of these sites already during my search. I definitely subscribed right away. Thank you again. 😊

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you!

[@cathystratton4881]

I just found you and subscribed. I can't wait to get to work on furthering my searches.

[@AncestryAimee]

Good luck! Hope my channel helps!

[@DaisyBloomz]

Thanks for sharing this valuable information. I cant afford Ancestry right now but being able to go to my local library, as I've checked and utilize their Ancestry account is a great benefit.

[@AncestryAimee]

So glad to hear you can use your library! That’s terrific!

[@waltond1127]

Thank you Aimee.....I knew about half of them, but you have me a few new ones to check out. 😃

[@AncestryAimee]

You’re welcome. Glad you’ve got some new ones now!

[@melindam1974]

Thank you for a fantastic list! There are several I had not heard of before.

[@AncestryAimee]

You're very welcome!

[@bakerwannabe4435]

Lots of great information. Thank you for the video and all of the links!

[@AncestryAimee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@casondradrake]

I’ve been researching for a while and Aimee has helped me tremendously!

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks!

[@jgtutors]

Brand new to the topic and I’m gobsmacked at the trove of information shared here. Thank you!

[@AncestryAimee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamesmcgarity614]

Just started researching and your info will help me out, I hope. Your sweet for making video thank you

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you very much! Good luck with your research. Check out some of my other videos on beginning research. Hopefully they will help!

[@damiananthony1656]

Thank you for sharing all of this wonderful information!! Brava!!!!

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you!

[@goddukee]

Loved this presentation. Lots of information. Can't wait to use these sites.

[@AncestryAimee]

So glad it’s helped you!

[@CaliforniaUnearthed]

Thank you for this list of websites, I use quite a few of these already but a few are new to me. This will help in my research for my youtube channel and my upcoming geneology career. You are an amazing resource, keep up the great work.

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful.

[@user-kp7vw3nz8v]

The best info. Thank you so much😊

[@AncestryAimee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michelleorear2808]

Thank you! Great info!

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks!

[@PhillipYarish]

Fantastic work! So very useful.

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you so much!

[@stuartscott9646]

WOW! Thank you so much!

[@AncestryAimee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GlennFunamoto]

Great information, thanks

[@AncestryAimee]

You bet!

[@goodgrief8058]

Thank you for the information

[@AncestryAimee]

You’re welcome!

[@meridethhendry5733]

You are amazing! Thank you so much

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you!! Glad it helped you!

[@ajalicea1091]

Thank you for all this information and all that you do to help others. There's a lady here locally that all she does is complain about how expensive these sites are but when you try to refer her to a free site she says they're not any good but you have proven otherwise.

[@AncestryAimee]

So glad it’s helped. You’re right. There are options!

[@AncestryAimee]

And thank you!

[@feliciagaffney1998]

Sounds like she isn't happy with anything, and will find some reason to complain about no matter what. Stay away from Nelly Negativity!

[@MoongyrlGuru]

This is a great video. Never ceases to amaze me thatthere's always something new to find in my searches. Worth mentioning that the image search is cool at FS. Having no index is tough but my strategy is twofold. Look at records with the least amount of images first. Too many scans at once is never a good idea, unless you're a speed reader. Then check the side notes. It saves time. I've had good results as i found an interment record for my great great grandma.

[@AncestryAimee]

Great suggestion! Thanks for adding it!

[@reneesimpson7094]

Good video. Very helpful!

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks!

[@JohnLumpp]

I’m a seasoned genealogist. Your video was packed full of great info! Thanks.

[@AncestryAimee]

Awesome! Thank you John! Glad it helped even seasoned genealogist!

[@janetcarlson4923]

If you go to a family search library, they have a partner access to Ancestry, MyHeritage and several other normally paid for sites. I have a free tree on Ancestry and have limited access on records. So I am building my tree between Ancestry, familysearch and MyHerotage. Then, I can always go back later and upgrade to a paid subscription.

[@AncestryAimee]

That’s a great plan!!

[@feliciagaffney1998]

Also, sometimes (usually in larger public library systems) they will have Ancestry available, as well.

[@hrh597788]

Thanks to your comment, I just checked and it seems that there’s a family search library not too far from me. I’m going to check it out. Thanks so much for the suggestion.

[@feliciagaffney1998]

@@hrh597788 every time I move, one of the first things I do is hunt out my local FHC. Lol. Most decent sized areas have one within a good distance. They want to make it available to all their members, which makes it accessible for all the rest of us. 💙 They have Fold3, as well. Seems my local county library has stopped their subscription to Fold3 and My Heritage, which makes me rely even more on the FHC. However, I HAVE taken advantage this year of the 40% off Ancestry discount... and I am SOOOO glad I did! It has actually helped me tremendously this past month. I got it from the Memorial Day sale... it's being offered again already for Father's Day.

[@sandydowden3282]

Love your info. I am just staring and am looking for info on someone in Virginia. I think the maps will be helpful. Thanks for all the info.

[@AncestryAimee]

You’re welcome!

[@michaelfrazer8088]

Thank You. Have a fantastic day

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you!

[@5744m]

It was appaling that there was such a formal wedding for the divorced, 40 yr old, retread bride's 3rd trip down the aisle...no matter who the groom was.

[@AncestryAimee]

🤔

[@626CMalone]

Really helpful resources. Thank you for the time you took to put together this list.

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks Carol!

[@shamusosullivan5650]

Internet Archive has been great for my early American settler research with books.

[@AncestryAimee]

Agree! Internet archive is the terrific place to go! Thank you for the suggestion.

[@geralynschwalenberg8008]

You are awesome!

[@AncestryAimee]

Wow. Thank you!

[@pelenaka]

Thank you for all the great links. My favorite free online historical newspaper research for New York is Old Fulton Postcards.

[@AncestryAimee]

That’s a great site! Thanks for adding that!

[@alysontufaro9300]

Loved this advice. I couldn’t find the links to the website

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks! The links are in the video description which is under the video. You’ll need to click more to see them.

[@JillMRodriguez]

Thank you for this video. You definitely gave me some new places to check out. I have been researching my mom's grandfather and after 1910 in Philadelphia I can't find him anywhere. I have checked newspapers, census records, death records, and different states. He was originally from Maryland and nothing. Any tips where in the world he might be lol? Thanks, keep up the great videos.

[@AncestryAimee]

It’s tough to say without diving into details. You can check out my coaching if you would like at www.patreon.com/aimeecross. Off hand I would say to check directories to see when exactly he disappeared.

[@CopperHueCollectionsChippewa]

I’ve been doing research for over 10 yrs and this is the best information video on genealogy that I’ve watched. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you!

[@S6891H]

Can you explain more about how Google books and the other book websites are useful in genealogy research or in what situations you would search there? Thank you for your list of resources!

[@AncestryAimee]

Around the turn of the 19th century county, history’s and biographies were really popular. A publisher would go into a community and ask if you wanted to be included in the book. And so people would submit information about their family. We tend to paint ourselves in a positive light so it’s not always completely correct, but it can be a great start when you’re lacking any other information. The county history can also provide a wealth of information about what was happening in that community during the time your family live there.

[@smain62239]

Hi Aimee, have you any advice on best sources for Caribbean family search?

[@AncestryAimee]

I don’t have much experience researching there. I would recommend you start with FamilySearch‘a wiki pages. Good luck!

[@KevinGSmith-mi8js]

FOLD 3 is AWESOME for military records not free sometimes they have specials discounts or free access for a limited time.

[@AncestryAimee]

So true!! It’s also available at a lot of libraries for free.

[@feliciagaffney1998]

I seem to always have trouble on Fold3. When I KNOW there is a military record, I can never find it.

[@bitsandspurz048]

Right - I have deleted the wrong 3rd great grandparents three times, & advised the people who put them in my family tree by mistake - to no avail! They put it back there. These entries are WRONG! They are not my 3rd great grandparents! So I have abandoned Family Search. It cannot happen on Ancestry.

[@AncestryAimee]

It is frustrating. FamilySearch recently made some changes so people will see issues like that. Check out this video: See the Latest BIG Changes in FamilySearch (November 2022) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHLap3-hpLidh9k

[@ejrees589]

It is frustrating. It helps to realize that it is not done with malice usually just ignorance. Some people actually think their relative is the only Jack Jones born in the year of your relative who you have added detailed sources to, do not despair. Just keep a separate tree like Aimee suggests. I have been chastised a few times when I thought I had been helpful adding to my Swiss relatives, only to be told not to touch these records because they had been verified officially. So I don't even look at them now.

[@vmizzell]

Thanks so much! You have found so many of the things I have looked for or wondered about. One request though, how can I research surnames in the 1500's in England? Or in the Netherlands?

[@AncestryAimee]

I specialize in U.S. research, but I would start with understanding surnames. Try www.mygen.com/users/outlaw/English%20Names%20of%20the%201500s%20-%20Outlawe.htm, www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/England_Surname_Origins_(National_Institute) and www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/England_Surname_Changes_(National_Institute). During this time periods you will be primarily in church records. You can also look at www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/help-with-your-research/research-guides/medieval-early-modern-family-history/

[@AncestryAimee]

For the Netherlands - always check FamilySearch wiki first www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/The_Netherlands_Online_Genealogy_Records and then a google search "Netherlands Genealogy" will give you some other resources.

[@vmizzell]

@@AncestryAimee Church records might turn something up. I hope so. I suspect "the family" were Protestant refugees from the Netherlands, or Flanders, or France. There are some skeptics out there, plus some misinformation which has become the truth for some members of the extended family. Thanks again.

[@vmizzell]

@@AncestryAimee Y-DNA tests prove that the family originated in Central Europe but the first ancestor was transported to the Virginia Colony from England, so I would like to link things up.

[@AncestryAimee]

@@vmizzell good luck!!

[@breedofspeed5793]

its been my experience that about half the family trees on Ancestry are incorrect. They do not have source citations and much is pure speculation. The records collections however are the best available anywhere. Always verify and do not accept posted family trees as fact.

[@AncestryAimee]

Agreed. One of my first videos warned people about the trees and I mention it frequently. Thanks for adding that caution. ⚠️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3y1lH-Ofd-nmrM

[@jandavis1362]

I do have a question. I have a grandmother who was placed in a Kansas insane asylum and kept there for 12 years. This happened because she assaulted a Kansas city police officer with a knife in hand. I have been trying to get information on her attacking the officer and her being put and kept in the mental hospital. Her children where dispersed to other family members and the husband left her alone with the kids. Anyone who may of had any information are now all deceased. Can you name any resources for possibly obtaining an old police report or court records and maybe some way finding old medical records. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I truly loved this video and will be watching the others on your site. You make things easy to understand. You're awesome.

[@AncestryAimee]

Contact the county court - depending on the year and county/state, they may have the records at an archives, but they will tell you. You might also reach out to the police department or a local historical society for information on the police records, if they exist. Medical records are tough, in most states, even if its been over 100 years they won't approve the release. Sometimes if you can prove you are a descendant with birth certificates and marriage records they will allow it. Or you can get a court order.

[@ejrees589]

If you cannot find the actual records - contact your state or county library research department. Librarians will know where to look.

[@milagrosfonseca7407]

I live in Puerto Rico and I have a hard time finding family members because the way they write. The census doesn't help when everyone is put from Puerto Rico and not even from what town their from. I am about to give up searching for my 6th grandparents Joseph da Fonseca Lopez from Portugal and wife Antonia Ramos, unknown to any information of her. I call this Enigma.

[@AncestryAimee]

Someone who specializes in Puerto Rico may be of help. They may know of records you don’t.

[@ejrees589]

Contact your local Library. Librarians love genealogical research.

[@magicgiggles1287]

I personally love the internet archive. Free city directories and books.

[@AncestryAimee]

Great addition!!

[@5744m]

The duo was NOT booted out of Frogmore Cottage - their lease was up and they weren't using the place.

[@AncestryAimee]

🤷‍♀️

[@ahall8908]

Thank you for all this valuable information. I can't wait to try them. I have made finding my Mother's mother my life mission. She was abandoned at the age of 3 months. I have hit a total roadblock. The only info I have is what she told me. I have been trying to find info on her maternal side. My Mom passed away over 30 years ago. Do you have any sites for Mexico? I do have Ancestry. Also is there any way to find out what indigenous tribes other ancestors are in Mexico?

[@AncestryAimee]

Have you tried DNA? As far as sites go visit the FamilySearch wiki. It’s a great place to start.

[@sr2291]

FamilySearch images has birth, death, marriage, etc records from all around the world. I am doing research in Madeira, Portugal.

[@AncestryAimee]

Yes! Those records will show on the wiki pages too!

[@OffRampTourist]

Hello, A. Hall. Have you had any luck re indigenous tribal identification? I'm chasing several threads in the southeast but I suspect that once we got to Oklahoma and Texas there was a southwestern tribal element introduced that spanned national borders. Good luck with your search.

[@ahall8908]

@@OffRampTourist Not much luck yet. Maybe one of these ancestry sites will come up with a way to identify indigenous ancestors. Good luck with your search too.

[@diannerourke1501]

I can't find any information on my great great grandfather but ancestry has alot but it cost money that l don't have.

[@AncestryAimee]

You can use Ancestry for free at many public libraries or at your local Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Family History Library. www.familysearch.org/help/fhcenters/locations/

[@aryraeris4420]

Hi Aimee and congratulations on this useful video. I am Italian and I have been working on my family tree on familysearch with excellent results for 3 or 4 years. my problem? other users of other languages ​​(especially from South America) who connect to my family tree and cripple or change names, surnames and dates. I know that reading a foreign language, perhaps written in the 1800s, is difficult, but why change something that has already been written in the native language of the document? I waste a lot of time fixing everything every time.

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you!!! Completely understand as the FamilySearch tree can be frustrating in that way. Have you tried making notes explaining this was the correct Italian spelling? www.familysearch.org/en/help/helpcenter/article/how-do-i-add-notes-to-a-person-in-family-tree

[@aryraeris4420]

@@AncestryAimee I didn't know it could be added, thanks for telling me. forgive the question, have you ever had to deal with the Italian records concerning the first half of the 1800s?

[@AncestryAimee]

I haven’t. I primarily do U.S. research. Sorry!

[@dmtom9619]

Thanks for all the great info. But I have a question for you. I've been researching my family for over ten years. I've found lots of family members both passed and alive. But still am having some issues finding those relatives from Georgia around the early 1900's. I've found them in 1900 but they (all) just disappeared. It's been very disappointing hitting a wall this early in this search. I've tried everything to pick up the trail, but nothing. Any recommendation? Thank you for your time. Never giving up!!

[@AncestryAimee]

Look at their deeds if they owned land. They may say their previous residence. Good luck!

[@t-dog8528]

Local library and municiples

[@Tcosby]

Are you in Ga ? What names are you looking for or areas ? I’m in Ga also

[@deerhaven3350]

I would get in touch with the genealogical society in that area. You would be amazed at how much information might be at the local level that isn't on the internet. Always remember, only 1% of the records out there have been digitized.

[@AncestryAimee]

@@deerhaven3350 very true!

[@Samantha-bd6wl]

Have you been able to get any information About people in England or Ireland? I have family history in those places but cant get any records i can only go back to when they immigrated to new york then to canada

[@AncestryAimee]

Look at FamilySearch and FindMyPast. Those are a good place to start. Good luck!

[@bobtaub1300]

Can you please advise me if possible how research my roots from Hungary? THANK YOU!

[@AncestryAimee]

I would start here: www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Hungary_Genealogy. I specialize in United States research, so I'm not the one to ask about Hungary. I've done some research in France and England, but not Hungary.

[@SuperCaliforniaBarbi]

Aimee my entire ancestry is in Scotland and Ulster Ireland. I'm at a loss as to how to research. Any ideas or tips would be tremendous. Thank you

[@AncestryAimee]

I specialize in United States research so there are undoubtedly others out there with more knowledge, but I always recommend starting with FamilySearch’s wiki pages for something like that.

[@JillMRodriguez]

I did my DNA on Ancestry and my relatives are also all in Ulster Ireland. Maybe we are related.

[@roberthopgood1894]

ancestry still does NOT have duplicate checking when adding people

[@AncestryAimee]

That is true. They do have a merge function that helps.

[@roberthopgood1894]

@@AncestryAimee The problem is i have had to merge many profiles because there isnt even the most basic duplicate checking

[@everettseay8505]

What web site is Best' for African Americans to a accurate start?

[@AncestryAimee]

There's no easy answer for that which I'm aware of. FamilySearch has some good pages for African American research in their wiki pages. Ari Wilkins is amazing and has a presentation coming up which is free through the Dallas TX library. dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/events/researching-african-americans-census-records.

[@lookylooky100]

There is a lot of information here. Where can I go to find military records in Spain? About 1800s?

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks! I would start here for Spanish military records www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Spain_Military_Records

[@lookylooky100]

@@AncestryAimee thanks very much

[@anniesavidge2468]

Speaking of census records-is there a way to see the physical parameters of a record? For example, one census I found my family on lists the location as tac district #1. Can I find out exactly where in the county that was? I’m having a terrible time pinning these people down

[@AncestryAimee]

There are enumeration maps. They are held in various locations. Stevemorse.org has a pretty good tool for that. Good luck!

[@casseophealejarde-khaizen]

Thank you for the insight. My situation is tricky. How do I check my ex husband's marriage from his first wife? I only know his information. I do not know where they got married nor her name. Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you again!

[@gloriamitchell01]

Help!! I am trying to research my mother side but my great great grandmother i cannot find due to her name everyone spelled it different. Even when my great greand mother passed the spelled it different. The last name was either Lewis or Louis.

[@AncestryAimee]

Check out some of my other videos for strategies - you just need some research skills. My most recent one about Ancestry Searches may help you. And don't worry about name spellings - it was very common to have differences. Good luck!

[@5744m]

The late and wise QEII showed the world the validity of the bullying charges by NOT releasing the report. If there was evidence absolving m from the bullying charges, there would be no reason not publish the findings. QEII proved m's guilt to the world without causing any turmoil. She was a very wise person.

[@AncestryAimee]

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[@Wondwind]

The only one you really need is the one from the Mormons.

[@AncestryAimee]

FamilySearch is terrific but there are some other great sites too. Glad you’re comfortable on FamilySearch though!

[@HROM1908]

When will we get to the point where some app can collect all info pertaining to any name or family ? I have a very unusual name so I think that could be fairly simple.

[@AncestryAimee]

Probably on the horizon! I’ve heard rumors of trees being built by computer recognition of sources and putting families together.

[@HROM1908]

@@AncestryAimee Thank you.

[@vinylrenovations446]

how can i search the italian military

[@AncestryAimee]

I would start here. www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/Italy_Military_Records

[@feliciagaffney1998]

10:12 how do you get a social security number for someone you don't know what their # is?

[@AncestryAimee]

Good question. Usually you find it in the social security applications and claims database or the social security death index. You can request a record from the SS administration even when you don’t have the SS # with the birthdate I think. It just helps if you have them on one of those databases. They are both on Ancestry.

[@feliciagaffney1998]

@@AncestryAimee OK. Thanks!

[@vinylrenovations446]

im trying to find infomation on my grandfather was from parlemo sicily and was in the army died 1940 how can i search military ?

[@AncestryAimee]

U.S. or Italian

[@vinylrenovations446]

@@AncestryAimee italian

[@joannewsome5202]

What about Eastern Europe - what’s the best site. I just subscribed

[@AncestryAimee]

I deal mostly with US research but I would start on FamilySearch. Look at the wiki pages

[@joannewsome5202]

@@AncestryAimee thanks

[@mariacliment7427]

How about MynHeritage?

[@AncestryAimee]

It is a great site with some records not found elsewhere. For my US research I’m not on it as much as these others and it isn’t free. But that is a good one to remember too!

[@sr2291]

I wait until Ancestry has 50 percent off sales.

[@AncestryAimee]

Smart move!

[@justinwhouarehappyhealthyb8]

Help??? i have gone back 15 generations to my great great great grandfather but he was from Germany and came to America i need help finding his father but he was born in germany as well as most all others before him but i dont know where to look for his parents and their parents in germany is there anyway you can point me in right direction please thank u

[@AncestryAimee]

That’s a loaded question because there are so many options depending on facts. Passenger lists can provide information. The FAN group can. Naturalization papers can depending on the year. Maybe coaching would help? Otherwise keep watching videos and other tutorials.

[@margiejones7247]

What web site do you recommend for me to find third great grandfather born in 1761 Virginia? Thanks.

[@AncestryAimee]

There’s no one website for that. There’s lots of them but more importantly strategies. Check out this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLCOHvB5d5Xvl3h7ThjyzNnai_cyBkrGiD

[@AncestryAimee]

Margie! You won the Rootstech contest by commenting on this video. Are you interested in attending Rootstech in Salt Lake City, Utah March 2-4, 2023? If not, I'll draw another winner! Please respond by February 1st. Thanks!

[@AncestryAimee]

Margie. Rootstech needs your contact info to send you your pass to attend in person. I’ll need to draw another name if I don’t hear from you sometime on February 1st. I sure hope you can come! I’d love to meet you!

[@AncestryAimee]

Margie. I’m sorry. I haven’t heard from you and need your email to give you the Rootstech pass and I need to submit a name so I’m going to have to pick another entry.

[@debbiedebbie1626]

Just curious how much you charge to do someone’s family tree

[@AncestryAimee]

It depends on the tree. What person you want to start with. I generally discuss with the client their objectives and get some background information and then I can give an estimate. I usually arrange an agreed upon block of time so there are no surprises for the client. My rates are $89 an hour. You can reach out through my website ancestryconsultingbyaimee.com

[@scienceandmatter8739]

Youre such a great women , lovely , sympathetic , your Aura shunes bright all the way Here to Germany Europe.....Wish WE Had USA freedom Here lately....you got my subscription maybe i learn Something ,(i ALLREADY did) thanks

[@AncestryAimee]

Thank you so much. You’ve made my day!

[@lynapugh6530]

Are you saying Ruth Magic or Magie?

[@AncestryAimee]

😂 sorry! I’m saying Rootsmagic.

[@StoneUnturned]

How can I find more info for my German/Polish Living in Russia/Ukraine Family? I searched on all the sites and could only find a couple of vote/census records, no birth marrige death or anything. To find the german village my 3X great Grandfather was born in would be unbelieveable Edit: My famly isn't really close so I can't get anything from them

[@AncestryAimee]

That’s not my specialty at all. I would start with FamilySearch wiki pages. Good luck! This video may help with those: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2PWm2ugoql1q6s

[@gwine9087]

Most only about the US.

[@AncestryAimee]

True. I’m a U.S. based researcher and that’s what I know.

[@gwine9087]

@@AncestryAimee Don't you or your clients have ancestors from outside the US?

[@AncestryAimee]

@@gwine9087 pretty much everyone does unless you’re full blooded Native American. But I keep my professional work in the US so that’s what I know best. What I use every day. If people who have favorites outside the US want to email me with their list, I’ll review and combine with what I know and make another video. Email me at [e-mail]. The problem is every country has a list.

[@thehoaofcoronadoplace2801]

I checked RootsMagic and I don't consider it free. It seems you can try it for free. Is that what you mean when you say 'free?'

[@AncestryAimee]

Maybe it’s changed. I haven’t checked in a while. A version of it used to be free. I honestly can’t remember what features were on the paid plan. I’ll go back and check it out again. Thanks for adding that. I have it on my computer but don’t use it. I use family tree maker.

[@AncestryAimee]

You got me curious. I just went online. They don’t have this side by side for their latest version (9). Here’s the differences in version 8. wiki.rootsmagic.com/wiki/RootsMagic_8:Feature_List.

[@vanessareedhawaiinani]

Lawd I. Need help

[@AncestryAimee]

😂 hope these and other videos do the trick!

[@martnal]

It was just something to watch while on my exercise bike, but it was far too much about America. Even Americans are trying to trace their ancestry back to their own particular Old Country, and Europeans (FIFTY DIFFERENT COUNTRIES!!) were sadly neglected. Finally, make the picture of the books shelves behind you smaller, preferably tiny, so that we can see the slides. I want 'radio with screenshots'.

[@AncestryAimee]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am a U.S. based researcher, so that's what I deliver. When my clients go to their "old country" I refer them to other genealogists who specialize in that area - they'll get better service.

[@truthhurts5158]

Ya this all seems to be research for American genealogy

[@AncestryAimee]

It is - that's my professional specialty.

[@deborahpacheco2799]

Ancestry has a lot of MISinformation posted by people who refuse to correct it. They also discriminate against Native Americans. Family Search has a lot of mistakes & misinformation. Also, other people have no right to change your work.

[@AncestryAimee]

FamilySearch is a collaborative tree so it’s everyone’s work which is hard. I understand. You’re right. There are mistakes in the FamilySearch tree and on Ancestry trees. But the way I look at it is we are all learning.

[@deborahpacheco2799]

There's no excuse for discrimination and withholding information about a person's race

[@Mocha69A]

What did she mean she can go to her public library and use ancestry

[@AncestryAimee]

A lot of public libraries have Ancestry.com available on their computers. So you can go there and use Ancestry for free. You create your own account and log in there. Be sure to log out when done.

[@ejrees589]

@@AncestryAimee The library I have access to has one where you cannot see your tree or logon - you can only research documents. So I stay home and work via my subscription.

[@AncestryAimee]

@@ejrees589 didn't know that happened. Thanks for sharing that.

[@deborahdozier6908]

Hi Aimee,Really need some help trying to find my fiancee s Ancestors,for which their passed.And him n I know that His ancestors were native Americans.But this one common huge ancestor trying to get some information on this person.What site could I go to?Possible he was an orphan as well.Thank you.

[@AncestryAimee]

It depends on the details. You can contact the tribe. I would recommend watching a bunch on videos from various sources and try to increase your knowledge of genealogy research overall.

[@deborahdozier6908]

@@AncestryAimee Thank you I am watching videos.Trying to help my fiancee with his Ancestry

[@LDeWitt-ld7mg]

Ancestry peeves me. People do the research, then they put their info behind a paywall.

[@AncestryAimee]

I get it. They do provide a lot of records and resources that cost money. I guess there’s no free lunch.

[@BobHutton]

This was not a lot of use for those of us with no ancestry in USA.

[@AncestryAimee]

I specialize in U.S. research so that’s where my focus will usually be on record sets. Some of my videos apply more worldwide but I gotta preach what I know best. Thanks for understanding!

[@BobHutton]

@@AncestryAimee Fair enough. I'm not going to tell you what you should or shouldn't specialise in, but with your video being so USA-centric, it just would have been nice if you could have warned us in the title or intro.

[@5744m]

The old adage is appropriate re h's insult to Travolta - when you lay down w dogs you get flees. Did Travolta expect anything better from anyone who "bought" his award, even this tacky award?

[@AncestryAimee]

not sure what you mean... in regard to this video

[@susiecharbonneau6420]

Darn your talking too fast for me and I'm not able to make out some of the sites your naming even replaying I can't get it. Getting old sucks.

[@AncestryAimee]

I’m sorry! The links are all in the description and you can slow down the playback speed on KZbin. It depends on if you are watching on your phone or computer as to where that control is. But look for playback speed and slow me down!!

[@susiecharbonneau6420]

@@AncestryAimee Not your fault I will try to slow it down. Thanks for the help!

[@jimmessersmith3140]

Thanks for sharing the information. I "liked" and subscribed to your channel. One resource I was surprised you did not mention is "Findagrave.com." I realize that in many cases while using Ancestry you will get a hit on Findagrave, but it needs be a goto resource for any genealogist.

[@AncestryAimee]

Agree FindAGrave is fantastic! I’m trying to keep my videos shorter so it limits my time and because it shows on Ancestry I didn’t include it. But you’re right. It’s an important resource. There can be errors on it so you have to be a bit careful but I use it too. I want to do a separate video on some tricks to make better use of FindAGrave that some don’t know.