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The Ming Family Tree

Everyone has different reasons for building a family tree; your personal motiviation will influence whether the Ming family tree has more depth or breadth. Have you struck a Ming brick wall? Read "Tips for Successful Research" for some helpful advice.

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Ming Ancestors

Ming Genealogy

Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding Ming ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know Was my Ming ancestor was married more than once?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Ming

Census records are among the most useful records available for family tree building. There are currently matching Ming records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Ming family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Ming Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Ming last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Ming 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.

Ming DNA Projects

Don't believe the hype! When DNA testing was first made available for genealogical purposes, some companies boasted how it could solve all your Ming family tree mysteries. DNA testing can be a useful tool, when applied properly to a given research issue. If you are seeking an answer to the question, How do I know which DNA test is right for Ming research?, then this FAQ may help.

Ming Family History

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Ming ancestors will help paint a picture that can be shared with your relatives. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing How do I find my Ming family history on the Internet? is always useful.

Photo Collections

Networking with Ming Researchers

If you are doing genealogy research in a particular town or region distant from where you live, you may want to consider posting a message board query requesting a lookup; often local volunteers or residents are willing to lend a hand, but remember to be specific in your request and be respectful of others' time. The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Ming queries.

Ming Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Ming was the 10187th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Ming Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Ming, 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 Ming Family Reunions

Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong Ming family history, which provides opportunities to share stories and visit cemeteries or old home sites; you may even want to consider as a one-day activity, having each family take on the task of gathering information from the local courthouse, school district, public library, etc. -- this, of course, requires advance planning and assignment, but could generate considerable interest and results. The article "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Ming reunion.

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