May 29, 2005
Where
in the World? Using Maps in Genealogy by Emily Croom
Because genealogists
research records from specific ancestral locations, maps are an important part
of a genealogist’s toolkit. City, county, and state maps help researchers
become familiar with ancestral ground, locate cemeteries and other records, and
learn about the role of geography in ancestral lives. Historical maps provide
unique perspectives on ancestral communities and migration routes. Even some
Web sites help genealogists locate named places and patented ancestral land.
Because genealogists
research records from specific ancestral locations, maps are an important part
of a genealogist’s toolkit. City, county, and state maps help researchers
become familiar with ancestral ground, locate cemeteries and other records, and
learn about the role of geography in ancestral lives. Historical maps provide
unique perspectives on ancestral communities and migration routes. Even some
Web sites help genealogists locate named places and patented ancestral land.
Emily is the author of The Unpuzzling
Your Past Workbook: Essential Forms and Letters for All Genealogists, The
Genealogist’s Companion & Sourcebook, The Genealogist’s Companion &
Sourcebook, The Sleuth Book for Genealogists: Strategies for More Successful
Family History Research, and A
Genealogist’s Guide to Discovering Your African-American Ancestors. Two of her books Unpuzzling Your Past and The
Genealogist's Companion & Sourcebook were chosen by Readers Digest and
Book of the Month Club as offerings and are available in local bookstores.
Being a native Houstonian, Croom has been actively involved in genealogical research
in this area for over 30 years. She is a member of several genealogical
societies and the Clayton Library Friends. Take advantage of this opportunity
to learn more about indispensable timelines by attending the Bay Area
Genealogical Society's monthly meeting