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Ten Hidden Resources Every Genealogist Should Know

Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
May 22, 2013
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Polls
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Introduction
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Undiscovered Items
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Maps
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Coroner's Records
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Fraternal Organizations
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Postcards and Stamps
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Library Collections
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Ethnic Resources
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Different Databases
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Summary
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About this webinar

Genealogists are creatures of habit. We tend to research the familiar – using the most common, popular, or convenient databases or records. But there are plenty of other resources available – if you know where to look! In this Webinar, we'll review ten you might be missing!

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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A., is a freelance writer, instructor, and internationally recognized lecturer specializing in Eastern European research and nonfiction writing. She is the author of 11 books, including the award-winning Three Slovak Women
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