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We explain how to easily find birth, marriage and death records in the UK for family history research
What UK census records are available online?
UK census records are a crucial family history resource, but when was the census taken and where can you find census records including free census websites?
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What were the Highland Clearances, when did they happen and why did they happen? Chris Paton on the mass expulsion of Scottish crofters
Scottish ancestry: How to find free Scottish records online
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Jonathan Scott shares some of the best websites for finding old photographs of your house or street including aerial photographs
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Irish civil records: Where to find them
Genealogist Nicola Morris of Timeline Research shares her expert tips on how to find Irish birth, marriage and death civil records
Gypsy surnames: How to tell if you have Gypsy ancestry
What are the most common Gypsy surnames and first names, and how can you tell if you have Gypsy ancestry? Find out with our guide
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Family history is about more than just names and dates. As new research sources emerge, we explore how combining archives with true-life narrative can reveal the stories behind the records.