The Tall Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Tall Family Tree

It is quite possible that someone else has already performed work on a Tall family tree, so be sure to examine some of the sources listed below carefully. Have you struck a Tall brick wall? Read "Schools Records Can Reveal A Lot About Ancestors" for some helpful advice.

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Tall Ancestors

Tall Genealogy

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

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Tall

Historical newspapers give us the ability to discover ancestral history through eyewitness accounts. There are currently matching Tall records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Tall family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Tall Surname

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

Tall DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Tall 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 Tall research, read "When do you use DNA?".

Tall Family History

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

Photo Collections

Networking with Tall 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 "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Tall queries.

Tall Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Tall was the 17527th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Tall Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Tall, 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 Tall 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 "Tall 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 "Planning Details For A Family Reunion" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Tall reunion.

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