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Thursday, December 30, 2021

World's oldest family tree reconstructed from Stone Age tomb

 The oldest family tree in the world has been reconstructed through the analysis of ancient DNA taken from a Stone Age tomb in Britain, according to a new study published Wednesday.

Researchers extracted DNA from the bones and teeth of 35 individuals buried at Hazleton North long cairn in the Cotswolds-Severn region, England. They found that 27 of them were close biological relatives and were from five continuous generations of a single extended family.

The group lived around 3700-3600 BC -- approximately 5,700 years ago. Researchers discovered that most of those buried in the tomb were descended from four women who had children with the same man.

Archaeologists and geneticists from institutions around the world -- including Newcastle University, in England, the University of the Basque Country, in Spain, the University of Vienna, in Austria, and Harvard University, US -- were involved in the research.

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Monday, December 27, 2021

Registration for the largest family history conference in the world is now open. Here’s how you can register for RootsTech 2022

Organizers have announced the opening of registration for RootsTech 2022, the largest family history conference in the world. Here’s how you can register for the online event planned for next March. 

Registration for RootsTech 2022, considered the largest family history event in the world, is now open, FamilySearch announced Monday in a news release.

The global event is scheduled to be held online March 3–5, 2022. The theme this year is “Choose Connection.” Registration for the virtual-only RootsTech 2022 is free and open to anyone at rootstech.org.

FamilySearch is sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What is RootsTech?

RootsTech offers a forum where people of all ages across the globe can learn from experts about genealogy, discover their family heritage, share memories and make meaningful connections.

The 2022 event will feature a new set of educational classes, new technologies in the virtual expo hall and inspiring stories shared by a new lineup of keynote speakers.

RootsTech 2021, held earlier this year, attracted more than 1.1 million participants from over 240 countries and territories. Organizers expect those numbers to grow in 2022, said Jen Allen, event director for RootsTech. For more information, visit rootstech.org.

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Saturday, December 25, 2021

Thursday, December 23, 2021

What is a GEDCOM file?

 This is an article posted on the web, which we felt may help in your education. To read the entire article, hit here

The GEDCOM file format was created by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka the Mormon church), which runs free family history website FamilySearch, as a means of transferring family tree data from one genealogical website or software to another. GEDCOM is an acronym for Genealogical Data Communication and the original GEDCOM file specification was released in 1984 with the latest version, GEDCOM 7.0 released in 2021.

All major family history software products and websites support the GEDCOM file format. This means that if you have your family tree stored on a website or you have created it using standard family tree building software, then you should be able to export your tree easily to upload it elsewhere.

GEDCOM files use the ‘.ged’ suffix (just as a Word document, for example, has the suffix ‘.doc’). If someone shares a .ged file with you, then you will need to upload it to a family tree website or software to be able to read it.

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Old traditions during the holidays

Usually around the holidays, old traditions are remembered. Whether it is love ones that have passed away or family too far away to gather during the holidays, we remember the little things that bring us joy. With the holiday, preparing old favorite holiday dishes or baking together or making holiday cookies can trigger those memories. We have found an article that may provide memories or have you set up new ones from old cookbook recipes. To view this article, hit here Don't forget to make copies of your recipes to hand down over the holidays, so that the younger generations may have a chance to remember you.







Tuesday, December 21, 2021

How did we become "Mexicans"?

 This is an except from one of his live chats on TikTok. He covers the early formation of Mexican identity, Mexican life in the Spanish Empire, and the expansion of colonial Mexico's borders. To watch the TikTok video, hit here

Monday, December 20, 2021

The best family tree gifts

 This is an article posted on the web, which we felt may help in your gift buying. This article was written in Great Britain, but it gives you several ideals. We are not affiliated and do not sponsor these companies.  To read the entire article, hit here

If you are looking for a family tree gift for your favorite genealogist, then there are some great options for every budget. Whether you are looking for a Christmas gift, a birthday present or you just want to say ‘thank you’, here are our favorite suggestions that will put a smile on any family historian’s face.

Sunday, December 19, 2021

What's New at Ancestry Dec 2021

 Watch the Barefoot Genealogist talk about what is new at Ancestry.  She will give a quick review of the virtual genealogy events you can attend in the next few months. You will also get a look at new features and tools now available on Ancestry that will help make your family history research easier and more fun. Finally, Crista will review some of the the databases full of new content released recently and explain how they can help you find the stories of your ancestors' lives.

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Friday, December 17, 2021

Lunch and Learn via GoToMeeting January 8, 2022 1pm PST "So, You Thought You Were Organized"

 GSHA-SC is working with Southern California Genealogical Society in advertising their Lunch and Learn courses being taught in the library and also via the internet. To take advantage of genealogy courses being taught via the internet you will need to register for January 8 in advance at the url shown below. Please double click the URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4289525132437452813

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.




Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Hispanic Last Names Intro

This is an excerpt from the speaker's live chat on TikTok. He covers Hispanic last names, Mexican history, and family history research. To watch this TikTok, hit here

Sunday, December 12, 2021

Top Tips for Beginning Mexico Family History Research

Do you have Mexican ancestry? Join Crista Cowan as she shares some of the top tools and record collections that will help you find success in tracing your Mexican ancestors. 

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

Woman Makes Surprising Discovery about Adopted Mother's Family History

Heidi has never had many details about her family history because her mother was adopted, but thanks to research from Ancestry and A New Leaf host Daisy Fuentes, she's able to make some surprising discoveries that she's ready to share at her 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration. To watch the video, hit here

Monday, December 6, 2021

Mexican Ancestry and the Spanish Empire

This discussion covers Mexican nobility, Indigenous allies of the Spanish Empire, and early settlements in northern Mexico. To see this TikTok video, hit here