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What’s in a Name? Given Names & Surnames of the Enslaved Ancestor

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Amy Peacock explains the importance of knowing at least the given name of an enslaved ancestor and how documents, such as wills, can assist in putting families together.

Upcoming Virtual Classes

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Teaching Skills for Helpers (for Latter-day Saints)

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, January 11
Kathryn Grant
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Findmypast.com Update

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sunday, January 11
James Tanner
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Preparing and Providing a Discovery Experience (for Latter-day Saints)

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, January 25
Kathryn Grant
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