Case Study: Tracing Ancestral Roots Through Census Records
Jane, a genealogy enthusiast, wanted to trace her family’s history back to its origins. She started by accessing digitized census records from different decades. These records provided valuable information about her ancestors’ names, ages, occupations, and locations. By cross-referencing census data over several decades, Jane was able to map out her family’s migration patterns and gain insights into their socioeconomic status.
Case Study: Piecing Together Family Stories Through Letters and Diaries
Mark stumbled upon a collection of digitized letters and diaries from the early 20th century that belonged to his great-grandparents. These personal writings provided intimate details about his ancestors’ daily lives, struggles, and triumphs. Mark was able to learn about family traditions, the hardships they faced, and the values they held dear. These personal narratives enriched his understanding of his heritage.
Case Study: Discovering Lost Relatives Through Marriage Records
Sarah was adopted and knew little about her biological family. With the help of digitized marriage records, she was able to find a record of her birth parents’ marriage. This discovery led her to trace her biological family tree and connect with long-lost relatives she never knew existed. The marriage record served as a crucial starting point for her journey of reconnection.
Case Study: Uncovering Military Service Through Military Records
David was interested in learning more about his grandfather’s military service during World War II. He accessed digitized military records that included enlistment records, service awards, and discharge papers. These documents shed light on his grandfather’s wartime experiences, the battles he participated in, and the honours he received. David gained a newfound appreciation for his family’s history of military service.
Case Study: Documenting Family Migration with Passenger Lists
Maria’s family immigrated to the United States several generations ago. She used digitized passenger lists to track their journey from their country of origin to their final destination. The passenger lists provided details about the ship’s name, departure and arrival dates and the names of family members travelling together. Maria was able to visualize her family’s migration story and the challenges they faced in a new land.

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