eSpotlight – A Fresh Look At… MyHeritage

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Where did you come from?

Have you ever wondered about your ancestors and yearned to find your roots?  Do you just want to find your Great Grandmother's birth date?  Do you have a bet with a friend that only the 1841 English Census can settle?  We've got you covered!

MyHeritage is an excellent starting place for genealogists, amateur historians, or anyone who is interested in poking at the past.

MyHeritage offers billions of records from all over the world, including:

  • UK (1841-1901) and US (1790-1940) Census Records,
  • Birth, marriage, and death records
  • Draft and military records
  • Directories, guides, references, biographies, and yearbooks
  • Wills and probate records
  • Immigration records and passenger lists
  • Family trees contributed by users
  • Headstone photos,
  • ...so much more!!

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