Ancestry Academy  > Education  >  Find Your First Fifteen

 

The first Fifteen people are the most important part of building a strong foundation in your family tree. In this webinar Crista Cowan emphasizes the significance of collecting information from family members, entering accurate data into the tree, and utilizing various records to verify information. Crista also shares personal stories and provides valuable tips for both beginners and experienced family historians to ensure they are correctly identifying their ancestors and avoiding unnecessary errors in their family tree research.

 

Chapters:

- Introduction to Building a Solid Foundation

-  Collecting Information from Family Members

- Utilizing Census Records, Draft Cards, and City Directories

- Saving Records and Editing Information in Your Family Tree

- Importance of Analyzing Details and Consistent Identification

- Interpreting Draft Cards and Other Records for Rich Information

- Reflecting on New Learnings

 

Make meaningful discoveries and find your first fifteen at ancestry.com/familytree.