The Broock Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Broock Family Tree

It is important to remember that there is no single Broock family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How can I find the second married name of a female Broock ancestor? and you might be surprised at the answer.

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Broock Ancestors

Broock Genealogy

Sometimes two people can look at the same handwritten record, and come up with different spellings of the name. Be creative when searching for your Broock ancestors -- we often search for misspellings intentionally to see if we missed any records. If you want to know Why can't I find Broock my ancestor in the SSDI?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Broock

Vital records are essential for family history research because they were typically created at or near the time of the event, making the record more reliable. There are currently matching Broock records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Broock family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Broock Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Broock last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Broock ancestors originated can often yield additional clues for the meaning of the surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Broock DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Broock ancestors were related, it can easily prove if they weren't. Be sure you understand what types of research issues each different DNA test can address before you spend any money. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Broock research, read "DNA Research and Your Family's History".

Broock Family History

There is more to exploring your Broock ancestry than just gathering a bunch of names and dates. Understanding where your ancestors lived, how they were employed, and what they did for fun, may give you a better appreciation of your heritage. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing How do I find my Broock family history on the Internet? is always useful.

Photo Collections

Networking with Broock Researchers

When you've come up against a brick wall in your genealogy research, posting a message board query can help; one of the biggest benefits is that message board queries are accessed through search engines, which means even someone not specifically engaged in genealogy but interested in your subject may find your query and bring valuable new information to the table -- it happens! The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Broock queries.

Broock Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with Broock Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Broock, contact the folks at ProGenealogists for a free research estimate. You may also find it helpful to read, "When, Why and How to Hire a Professional Genealogist."

RootsWeb search of US Naturalization Records
RootsWeb search of Obituary Daily Times
RootsWeb search of Social Security Death Index

Upcoming Broock Family Reunions

Notifying everyone in advance to bring old photos and documents can bring big rewards, making a special place at the reunion (maybe even a special Broock booth) where people can come at their leisure to sit, look and chat; in addition to information and clues that might be written on the back of a photo, every photograph has a story and serves as an excellent stimulus to recall -- people might comment not only on the people in the photo, but also on what's in the background, or they might have information around where the photo was taken or the event -- just be sure to have someone there to capture new information. The article "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Broock reunion.

See Also

Brook   Brooc   Brouck   Bruck   Braack   Brooc   Roock