Family History Genealogy - Surprises May Be Hidden In Your Family

[Jack Blair]

The family has always been the basic building block of society. From
the dawn of man, families have been the foundation of civilization.
Family history defines the society, and the strength of families
defines the rise and fall of every group and community. No matter what
culture, no matter what era, the family history plays a critical role
in unifying people and nations. In today's bustling urban environments
where the boundaries of communication are quickly disappearing, the
family continues to be the first and most basic part of human life.
Family is the starting point upon which happy, productive, and stable
lives are built.
Modern life in developed nations is characterized by individualism,
and eccentricity is the style of the age. And it often seems that
people are preoccupied with tomorrow's battles, not yesterday's
successes. You might think that today's generations are less concerned
than were their predecessors about their origins and where they come
from. Ironically, however, interest in the search for our roots is
growing rapidly. Learning about our family history - our genealogy -
is getting more and more attention.
Webster defines genealogy as an account of the descent of a person,
family, or group from an ancestor or from older forms or the study of
family pedigrees. Genealogy is the science of family relationships,
tracing an individual's family history and relatives , whether dead or
alive, from the past into the present. Every person has their own
reasons for searching through their past.
Some people may want to find a relative who has been lost to them for
reasons beyond their control. For example, people involved in World
War II who were forced from their homes may have lost most of their
families. Many moved to other countries, and the location of their
families was lost to time. Seeking out relatives after such a
traumatic experience is healing.
Others, believing they are related to someone of historical note or
influence, may be motivated by power or prestige. Or perhaps they were
separated from parents or siblings due to family hardships.
No matter what the reason, genealogy is the search for one's personal
history. That search can be as simple as gathering the names of
relations and constructing a family tree that shows the family's
branches and members. The search can be as exhaustive as researching
and documenting the personal lives and experiences of family members.
Many people create books that tell their family's history, creating a
legacy for future generations.
Modern technology has created tools that make family history genealogy
easier, more interesting, and exciting. It has opened a door for
people who are serious about their research into family history.
Recent discoveries about heredity and DNA have made it possible for
people to scientifically identify those who share common ancestry.
Internet databases and websites have made it easy to find information
about specific people by researching a few simple facts about them -
where they've lived, names they've used, education, and a host of
personal data. There are even computer programs designed specifically
to help people research their family history genealogy.
Searching out your family and its history can be interesting and
exciting. It's easy to start. Just talk to your relatives and harvest
their memories. It's like a treasure hunt that leads you to unknown
and exotic places. Your search into your family's past will introduce
you to heroes and villains you never knew existed. Family history
genealogy is the most personal adventure you'll ever undertake!

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