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When is Who Do You Think You Are? next on TV, and who will appear on it? We answer your questions about the popular family history TV show

Wales is blessed with some distinctive family names. Discover 50 of the most common Welsh surnames and the history behind them.

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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Jonathan Scott shares some of the best websites for finding old photographs of your house or street including aerial photographs

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