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Ancestors from the Russian Partition: Which Records Survive and Where to Find Them
Most people tracing ancestors from the Russian partition hit the same wall at the same point. They find the parish,…
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Ancestors from Galicia: Which Records Survive and Where to Find Them
Tracing ancestors from Galicia? Austrian record-keeping was thorough, so more survives than you expect. Here is what, and where. First,…
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The 100-Year Rule: Why Your Polish Birth Record Might Not Be Where You Expect
People come to me convinced they’ve done something wrong. They’ve searched Geneteka, searched Szukajwarchiwach, searched FamilySearch — and the record…
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7 Common Mistakes in Polish Ancestry Search (and How to Avoid Them)
Most Polish ancestry searches don’t stall because someone gave up too early or didn’t care enough. They stall because of…
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Is Hiring a Polish Genealogist Worth It? DIY vs. Professional Research
Is hiring a Polish genealogist worth it? Often it isn’t, and this is how I make my living. Here is…
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How to Find Polish Birth Records: What Actually Works
How to find Polish birth records, honestly: the record usually exists, just not where you looked. Here is the search…
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Polish Citizenship by Descent — Requirements & Eligibility: A Candid Guide
Who actually qualifies for Polish citizenship by descent? One rule decides most cases, and a few dates quietly disqualify people….
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Polish Citizenship by Descent Through a Great-Grandparent: A Candid Guide
Can you claim Polish citizenship through a great-grandparent? Usually yes, but one document three generations back often decides it. Most…
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How to Hire a Polish Genealogist: Honest Guide From One in Poland
Wondering how to hire a Polish genealogist without wasting money? Here is the honest version, from one working in Poland….
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Polish Citizenship by Descent — Documents You Need to Gather
Which documents does Polish citizenship by descent need? Every one, where it lives, and the two that cause most of…
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What Online Databases Miss in Polish Genealogy Records
Polish genealogy databases miss more than you think: an index entry is not the record. Here is what gets left…
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How to Start Your Polish Genealogy Research: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Polish genealogy is like opening a treasure chest filled with history, culture, and family secrets that have been waiting for…
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