The #1 most requested strategy and handout I get from viewers of the Genealogy TV YouTube channel is a game changer. This strategy and process has resolved more genealogical problems and broken down more brick walls than any other strategy I teach. Trust me, you’ll want to watch this video all the way through to […]
In Part 5 of this series, I am researching Exum Davis, the last brother of this sibling group. Davis Brothers Series – Follow along as I try to determine which of five Davis brothers could be the father of my great grandfather Gus Henley. DNA gave me some clues. Now I’m working through “reasonably exhaustive […]
Learn how to easily attach records between Ancestry and FamilySearch—the right way! In this step-by-step tutorial, professional genealogist Connie Knox shows how to find and link the same record on both platforms so your research stays accurate, consistent, and properly sourced. Whether you’re documenting a census record, a will, or a vital record, this tutorial […]
In Part 4 of this series, we continue to explore Nancy’s role. Follow along as I try to determine which of five Davis brothers could be the father of my great grandfather Gus Henley. DNA gave me some clues. Now I’m working through “reasonably exhaustive research” on each of the five brothers to determine who […]
When should you actually order genealogical records like birth, marriage, death, land, or military files? In this episode, professional genealogist Connie Knox explains when it’s worth paying for original records, when to look for free alternatives, and how to decide if a record will truly advance your research. You’ll learn how to: – Evaluate whether […]
There is an early release of this week’s YouTube video available on the Academy dashboard. Be sure to login to watch the video. It’s in the 2025 YouTube Videos folder. Here’s the link and be sure to grab the handout: https://genealogytv.org/…/should-you-order-record-copies This lesson will go out to the public on YouTube this Friday (10/31/25)
Davis Brothers Series – Follow along as I try to determine which of five Davis brothers could be the father of my great grandfather Gus Henley. DNA gave me some clues. Now I’m working through “reasonably exhaustive research” on each of the five brothers to determine who the father was. There are so many skills […]
Connie and Ashley share five expert tips to improve your genealogy searches, including a deep dive into the Ancestry card catalog, using the FamilySearch research wiki, and tips for finding living people and utilizing full-text searches. Learn about the importance of evaluating records thoroughly and getting out of your usual research platforms to discover hidden […]
BREAKING GENELALOGY NEWS: AncestryDNA Introduces Custom Clusters in Pro Tools AncestryDNA has just released an exciting new feature for Pro Tool users—Custom Clusters. This enhancement allows researchers to create their own DNA match clusters based on specific branches of their family tree. Previously, Ancestry’s automatic clusters grouped matches only down to about 65 centimorgans (cM). […]
Davis Brothers Series – Follow along as I try to determine which of five Davis brothers could be the father of my great grandfather Gus Henley. DNA gave me some clues. Now I’m working through “reasonably exhaustive research” on each of the five brothers to determine who the father was. There are so many skills […]
