Don’t Believe Everything You Find: Evaluating Genealogy Sources

You found a record. Great! But does it really say what you think it says? And does it actually fit your ancestor? In this session, we’ll talk about how to take a good, honest look at those exciting finds, figure out what’s solid, what’s a little shaky, and what needs more digging. You’ll learn easy ways to evaluate your sources and evidence, so you don’t waste time chasing the wrong people.