New Youtube video: Researching Ulster ancestors after 1800:
twenty key points to consider
The nineteenth century marks a turning point for family historians researching Ulster ancestors. This talk, delivered by Dr William Roulston, author of the bestselling research guide Researching Scots-Irish Ancestors: The Essential Genealogical Guide to Early Modern Ulster, 1600–1800 and of the forthcoming publication Researching Ulster Ancestors, 1800–1914, explores what makes this period distinct, from major social and economic change to the rapid expansion of record-keeping.
Focusing on the years after 1800, Dr Roulston explores twenty key points including the evolution of record keeping, land ownership changes, and societal developments. This informative video is ideal for beginners and more experienced researchers alike and offers practical guidance and fresh perspectives on uncovering Ulster ancestors in the nineteenth century.