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Who to include?

Who to include?

Posted: 28 Nov 2014 5:26PM GMT
Classification: Query
I have taken over our family genealogy from my Dad. Going through our tree I notice he has my aunt's extended family. This aunt is married to my Dad's step brother. So part of me is like, why include them? I can see including my step uncle and aunt but not her whole extended family. And what about in-laws?

Thanks!
Terri

Re: Who to include?

Posted: 28 Nov 2014 7:27PM GMT
Classification: Query
Hi Terri

Point 1: Family history is a hobby - you do it for your own pleasure - so research whoever you want. Much more important than *who* you research is *how* you research. Make sure that every fact in your tree is backed up with original documentation and that you cite your sources properly. Never copy something from someone else's online tree. If you find someone else is researching the same family, make contact with them and offer to collaborate.

Point 2: The best way to deal with a brick wall is to go round it, not bang your head against it. Researching the wider family can often provide invaluable corroborative evidence.

Hope this helps

Caroline

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