Digging Up Scandals: Tracing Black Sheep Ancestors in Canadian Genealogy
Summary DetailsLength: 60 minutes
Summary: Is there a member of the family nobody speaks of? Discover the hidden stories of your family’s black sheep ancestors and relatives. Learn how to uncover records of scandals, crimes, and controversies. Gain practical tools to interpret data and understand the historical context of your ancestors' lives.
Audience Level: Beginner -Expert
Requirements: Projection for computer on a large screen; internet connection
Content: 4-page PDF handout
Outline
- Understanding Black Sheep Ancestors
- Criminal activity
- Social scandals
- Financial troubles
- Mental health struggles and institutionalization
- Political or religious dissent
- Key records for black sheep research
- Privacy laws
- Strategies for interpreting records and understanding context
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