This talk is about those ancestors who seemed to have disappeared from the face of the earth. Annoyingly the family may have never discussed them, leaving the imagination to run wild. This talk covers some alternative ways of tracking relatives that may be scattered all over the world. As my examples will demonstrate, findings may be heartbreaking, inspiring or sometimes mildly amusing. Hopefully, the case study examples, will help and inspire people to shed a light on those old family mysteries.
Views: 1027 | Enquiries: 7I have been heavily involved in researching family history for over 42 years and delivering talks for the last 20 years. I am also an ex-chairman of the Essex Society for Family History and I have spoken about family history on BBC Essex. My talks are about an hour long and include Family History for Beginners and other individual talks on different aspects of research.
All my talks are illustrated with Powerpoint. I have my own data projector, laptop and sound equipment although I am happy to use the equipment at the venue if that is easier. The only thing that you need to provide is a screen or a suitable pale wall space at your venue. I can deliver talks in the daytime or evenings and may be able to attend with short notice subject to my availability. I can also carry out zoom talks when hosted by the booking organisation.
Yes, I am passionate about family history and genealogy but please be aware, humour is often, intentionally, or unintentionally, found in my talks. I aim for a relaxed atmosphere.
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