Dr Jessamy Carlson talks about the history of the National Archives at Kew, the National Farm Survey, military nurses, maps, shipping records, the MI5 exhibition, Sir Henry Cole and even mentions rats! Find out what records they hold and how to locate them, what is available online and how to visit in person.Â
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Suffolk Family History Society with Andy Kerridge
Andy Kerridge takes us on a tour of Suffolk, mentioning resources, museums, universities, projects and the background of the Suffolk Family History Society. Plus where to find records in Suffolk and elsewhere.Â
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Researching in Rotterdam with Tess Martin
Tess Martin has lived in rental properties in Rotterdam, The Netherlands for many years. She researched one of her former homes and its occupants in Rotterdam. Using the Dutch archives and other websites like WieWasWie she found the 'house cards' listing residents and ‘family cards’ listing addresses and using this information to create a short film in the house about the passage of time.
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The Mystery of Frank Herbert Stacey with Chris Hussey
Chris Hussey never met his grandfather, Frank Herbert Stacey, and his life wasn't discussed within the family. Through research, a bit of luck and later confirmation with DNA and living relatives he discovered hidden secrets, his military service in Canada and WWI and a second family.
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Orders and Medals Research Society
Do you have family medals or are you interested in collecting them? Andrew Mann and Graham Grist from the Orders and Medals Research Society explain about British military medals, who was entitled to receive them (including some surprising recipients), where to find out about medals and the pitfalls to beware. Also included is a a resources sheet available via Substack  Â
Genealogy podcast covering family history, research, tips, stories, interviews and more. Stories and interviews with people from the UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa amongst others.
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