Published 6 October 2014
The very first episode of The German-American Genealogist Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the history of German-American Day, October 6th, and the struggle of German-Americans to find their place in the national fabric. We also discuss tips for researching German ancestors: things you need to know about your German ancestors’ names, and two important (and free) databases you can use to research your German roots. Finally, we speak with genealogy professional Thomas MacEntee, who shares some of his secrets to using the latest technology to research your roots.
Guest:
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- Thomas MacEntee – Genealogy professional, owner of High-Definition Genealogy, webmaster of GeneaBloggers.com, author of Family History Trippin’: A Guide to Planning a Genealogy Research Trip, Preserving Your Family’s Oral History and Stories, and many more.