Family Tree Magazine African-American Genealogy Guide Digital Download

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In this guide:

• Overviews of the area's history, migration patterns and genealogical records

• Strategies for researching in your ancestral homeland without having to travel there

• Important genealogical terms, naming customs and techniques to overcome language barriers

• Essential Web sites, books and other tools recommended by our editors and experts

• Key libraries, archives and organizations. Learn where to write or visit to get the records you need

• Full-color maps: See political divisions, major ports and population centers in your ancestral homeland