Finding United States Military Service Records
If you have United States ancestry, it is possible that you have an ancestor or ancestors who served in the United States…
1940s Fashion: Women’s and Men’s Clothing Worn, 1940–1950
World War II dominated the first half of the 1940s as well as fashions in the Western world. Materials such as silk,…
Connect While Social Distancing: Join the FamilySearch Live Community
“We wish you peace and joy as you connect with those closest to you. We remain committed to helping you discover your…
How to Find Russian Military Records from World War II
World War II, also referred to as the Great Patriotic War in Russia, began in 1941 and ended in 1945. Some argue…
7 Journal Ideas to Help You Record Your Story
We live in momentous times! As we experience what life brings, keeping a record of our activities and current events will help…
Out-of-the-Box Indexing Goals and Activities
Have you ever set a goal to index a certain number of records? Or organized a group around a specific indexing project?…
How a Family Crest or Coat of Arms Leads to Family Discovery
Family crests and coats of arms are powerful family symbols passed down through generations. They were commonly used throughout the 11–17th centuries,…
New Records on FamilySearch from April 2020
FamilySearch expanded its free online archives in April of 2020 with almost 57.2 million new indexed family history records from all over…
What to Do for Mother’s Day—Simple, Meaningful Activities
Some simple Mother’s Day activities to remind us of those we love and help us cherish the idea of motherhood. Have you…
FamilySearch Updates Enhance your Experience
FamilySearch is proud to have the world’s largest online family tree and thrilled to provide free family history experiences to millions. In…
The Spirit of Fa’a Samoa: Traditions at the Heart of Samoan Culture
Fa’a Samoa, in the beautiful Samoan language, literally means “The Samoan Way.” The phrase refers to the Samoan culture and traditions that…
4 Changes to the Search Experience that Make It Easier to Find Records, Attach to Family Tree
Searching records on FamilySearch.org has never been easier! The latest updates to FamilySearch’s search experience improve the ability to refine searches, find…
