The McHau Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The McHau Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering McHau Ancestors

McHau Genealogy

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

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for McHau

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the McHau Surname

While some countries have limited historical records for last name assignments, you are most likely to only find general guidance on the origin and meaning of the McHau surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

McHau DNA Projects

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your McHau 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 McHau research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

McHau Family History

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

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Networking with McHau Researchers

When digging deeper into your ancestor's occupation, a great way to connect with others of a similar interest -- many who might have detailed information, is by posting a message board query giving clear information as to your ancestor's name and the specific occupation or organization, in time and place. The article "Are Your Queries Getting Results?" provides some valuable tips for posting successful McHau queries.

McHau Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with McHau Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of McHau, 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 McHau 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 "McHau 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 "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful McHau reunion.

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