Frequently Asked Questions
Are there recommended standards and guidelines for genealogical research?
Is there a Family History Center in my city?
Where are the research facilities located in the Bay Area?
What is the African American Civil War Memorial Registry of Descendants?
What is a Presidential Memorial Certificate?
How can I learn more about Federal Records?
How do I find genealogical resources online?
What is GEDCOM?
What is the Veterans History Project?
There are Genealogical Standards recommended by the National Genealogical Society. The NGS recommends Standards and Guidelines for the benefit of those who wish to improve their skills and performance in genealogy. (Back to Top)
Family History Centers are branch facilities of the Family History Library in Salt Lake City. Centers provide access to most of the microfilms and microfiche in the Family History Library to help patrons identify their ancestors. (Back to Top)
Click here for directions to the major facilities. (Back to Top)
The African American Civil War Memorial is creating the African American Civil War Memorial Registry of Descendants. Are you related to one of the 209,000 soldiers who served with United States Colored Troops in the Civil War? Your input is needed. (Back to Top)
A Presidential Memorial Certificate is an engraved paper certificate, signed by the current President, to honor the memory of honorably discharged deceased veterans. Eligible recipients include the deceased veteran’s next of kin and loved ones. More than one certificate may be provided. (Back to Top)
A good place to start is The Genealogy Page at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) website. (Back to Top)
Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet has over 127,000 categorized and cross-referenced links.
AAGSNC also maintains a resource directory with a focus on African American resources. (Back to Top)
What is GEDCOM?
GEDCOM is an acronym for
GEnealogy Data COMmunication.
Click here for additional information.
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What is the Veterans History Project?
Motivated by the urgent need to collect the stories and experiences of war veterans while they are still among us, the U.S. Congress created the Veterans History Project. (Back to Top)
