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| Welcome to the North Carolina Genealogy and History FAQS |
 Sir Walter Raleigh was instrumental in the settling of the Carolinas
as it was his 16th century colony at Roanoke Island which
inaugurated the colonial period in the region. This early
settlement was the cradle of some of America's earliest history,
a history which has now become such a legend and a legacy.
Raleigh was a rare and visionary man who would have undoubtably
appreciated the manifold ways in which his vision has evolved
over the past 400 years.
Raleigh's
vision continues today through the development of the "Research
Triangle".
The "Triangle", as it is affectionately known includes three of North
Carolina's
most highly acclaimed cities: Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. This is
an exciting region in what has come to be called "the New South", a
place
where the Triangle has rapidly emerged as an important leader in
international
business, culture, technology, and education. This
is an exciting time in North Carolina's continuing history, and in it
is
the genesis of a
new paradigm, a time whennew stories
are being
created
to tell to future generations of North Carolina descendants.
Raleigh
Research is on the cutting edge of this dynamic history as we explore
the
genealogical and cultural riches that this state and region have to
offer.
Many of our ancestors played a dynamic part in North Carolina's fascinating story. Wouldn't you like to know who your ancestors were and how they contrubuted to the rich tapestry of this area? We all have a history, and genealogical research can open up new and exciting vistas whch will reveal to you the secrets of that colorful and interesting past. Step
back in time as you explore and unravel the mystery of your family's
origins with the professional help and expertise of Raleigh Research. Come join us in unveilng the rich mosaic of your family's past and in giving future generations of your family the precious and personal gift of your family history! |
Many
people have questions
when beginning their family history research. Please
see some of our most
frequently asked questions below which may be of some help to you. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to contact us |
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Through
genealogical
research
there is a very good possibilty that we can locate your long lost
relatives.
A variety of records can be explored to find these individuals. Some good examples of records we might search are: census records, birth certificates, death certificates, cemetery records, telephone directories, land deeds, and motor vehicle registration records. |
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Depending on when your family
immigrated to the United States, we can often
trace your ancestry
back to what is known in genealogy as a "gateway ancestor". A gateway ancestor is the individual who immigrated to the United States from another country i.e. from countries such as England, Ireland, or Germany to name a few examples. After much research, we have often traced a person's ancestry to a gateway ancestor who arrived in America in the 1600's and 1700's. People are often surprised by the results that can be obtained with good genealogical research. Through analysis of wills, land deeds, census records, family bibles, and tax lists a paper trail can be established that will lead us step by step back as far as these records will allow us to go. |
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If the gateway ancestor
is located,
then it is sometimes possible to continue
the research in his or her country
of origin. We have had great success discovering the exact arrival date of various people's ancestors, what city or country they arrived from (say for example in Europe), and sometimes the name of the actual ship they journeyed to America on. If we've discovered where your gateway ancestors originated from, we may be able to locate family records such as wills, baptismal records, family pedigrees, and other records in their village or town of origin. With these types of records it is then possible to trace your family back possibly several more generations in their home country depending on what data are available there. |
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Genealogical
research is a very
time consuming endeavor and to get good results patience is required.
We usually finish a five hour research project within two weeks after processing your order, a ten hour research project within 3 weeks, and a twenty hour research project within 4-6 weeks. Single and specific record requests can be performed within a week. |
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After
extensive
genealogical
research is conducted into your family's origins, you may want us to
write |
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Yes,
starting in 2004, our research associates will begin making a yearly
research
trip
to Europe.
Research destinations will include: England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland, to name a few examples. We may add other destinations later depending on demand for this particular service. |
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A family's medical records and
and other information related to their health
can be obtained in a
variety of ways. Medical records departments at hospitals can be contacted for information, family members' death certificates may be obatined, and distant cousins and other family members may be interviewed in order to construct a more complete and detailed picture of a family's health and medical history. |
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Your old family
photographs can
be scanned into a computer database by our company. Scanning
old photographs is a great idea as it protects the image from loss due to fire or other unforeseen circumstances. It is also a good idea to scan old photographs as it will be much easier for you and others to exchange your photos in this type of format. |
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Can you recommend any good books on genealogy or history? Yes,
there are many good books currently available which will greatly enhance
your understanding of genealogy.
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