Welcome to the Ramsey Family page at Surname Finder. Our editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with user-contributed information and web sites for the Ramsey surname. As vital records, original documents, vintage photographs and surname-based DNA projects are discovered, this page is updated to offer the best list for researching Ramsey genealogy.
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I. The Ramsey Family TreeIt is quite possible that someone else has already performed work on a Ramsey family tree, so be sure to examine some of the sources listed below carefully. Have you struck a Ramsey brick wall? Read "Searching For A Needle In An Ancestral Haystack" for some helpful advice.
II. Ramsey GenealogyKeep an open mind when searching through Ramsey records. Years ago many people were unable to read and write, thus a given ancestor's name could be spelled in a variety of ways depending on who recorded it. If you want to know How can city directories be used to help my Ramsey research?, then read this frequently asked question.
Historical newspapers give us the ability to discover ancestral history through eyewitness accounts.
There are currently Death RecordsMilitary RecordsIII. Origins of the Ramsey SurnameIt is quite possible for two people with the Ramsey last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Ramsey ancestors originated can often yield additional clues for the meaning of the surname. Were you aware that Ramsey is considered a very common surname, which offers its own set of challenges? The article "Researching Common Names" may be helpful for your research. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country. IV. Ramsey DNA ProjectsDNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your Ramsey relatives tested several years ago, it may be worthwhile to have them retested. Likewise, as DNA testing companies have gathered more results and samples, you may be able to find more matches if you search again with your test results. If you are seeking an answer to the question, How do I know which DNA test is right for Ramsey research?, then this FAQ may help.
V. Ramsey Family HistoryThere is more to exploring your Ramsey 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 Where can I find a biography of my Ramsey ancestor? is always useful.
Photo CollectionsVI. Networking with Ramsey ResearchersWhen 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 Ramsey queries.
You may also want to consider posting a query to the Community Message Boards at Genealogy Today to get assistance from other researchers on your most elusive Ramsey ancestors. VII. Ramsey Achievements & CelebritiesDid you know that Ramsey was the 327th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?
VIII. Web Sites & Blogs with Ramsey ResearchIf you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Ramsey, 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." Web: Marions Roots
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To have your web site/blog listed on this page, please submit a link to the user-contributed directory at Genealogy Today. Your web page will appear once its content has been reviewed by one of our editors. IX. Upcoming Ramsey Family ReunionsNotifying everyone in advance to bring old photos and documents can bring big rewards, making a special place at the reunion (maybe even a special Ramsey 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 "Planning Details For A Family Reunion" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Ramsey reunion.
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Suggested use: Print a copy of this free research checklist, and keep track of the Ramsey genealogy resources that you visit. If your web browser does not print the date on the bottom, remember to record it manually. Today is 21/May/2013.
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