The Laf Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Laf Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Laf Ancestors

Laf Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Laf 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 Laf research?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Laf

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Laf Surname

There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Laf ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Laf DNA Projects

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your Laf 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're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Laf research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

Laf Family History

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Laf 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 Laf family history on the Internet? is always useful.

Photo Collections

Networking with Laf Researchers

When it comes families and genealogy research, it's important to remember that different people may have different information: some may even have inherited one-of-a-kind family documents or photos, and the best way to connect with these family members is by posting a message board query -- often in the process of collaboration, you can build a more complete picture of your ancestor or ancestral family. The article "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Laf queries.

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Web Sites & Blogs with Laf Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Laf, 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."

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Upcoming Laf Family Reunions

Pedigree charts and family group records are important genealogical tools, so bringing or creating on site a big family pedigree (or family tree) is sure to draw attention; at the same time, have plenty of blank family group sheets available for individual families to complete and submit to go into a "Laf family record book," which you can then digitize and share -- you can then bring the physical book back to the next reunion, adding new families each time. The article "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Laf reunion.

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