Introduction

I couldn't have done it by myself

This site wouldn't have been possible without the help and information from a number of other web sites, associations, books and most importantly, people.

I have used a vast number of web sites to research my ancestors, trying to fill in gaps in my history. And several books have provided me with guidance and inspiration.

And a big thanks also goes to a number of people I have connected with through web sites such as Claim-A-Convict and Lesley's Rootsweb mailing list. Two invaluable resources.

10 Questions to help focus your family history research

A helpful checklist produced by The National Archives in the UK