CONTENTS AUGUST 2024
FEATURES
14 Best Free Websites ON THE COVER
Jonathan Scott reveals the online hidden gems that can help you grow your family tree for free
19 Visiting Dublin ON THE COVER
Local genealogist Nicola Morris shares the secrets of getting the most out of a two-day research trip to the city
52 Olympic Games ON THE COVER
As the 2024 Summer Olympics get under way in Paris, Jad Adams tells the story of the modern Games
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RESEARCH ADVICE
29 Focus On ON THE COVER
Dr Simon Wills explains how to find out if your forebear ruled the seas as a privateer capturing enemy ships for the Crown, some of whom crossed the line into piracy
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Best Websites ON THE COVER
Jonathan Scott rounds up the best online records for researching the exploits of your sporting ancestors
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Record Masterclass ON THE COVER
Chris Paton discusses the evolution of civil records of regular and irregular marriages in Scotland
50 Tech Tips ON THE COVER
Nick Peers puts Ancestry’s new Pro Tools through their paces to see if they’re worth the money for subscribers
YOUR RESEARCH
24 Reader Story Philippa Larard found genealogy a great antidote to stress while nursing during the pandemic and has uncovered links to the Caribbean, Prussia and Spain
58 Eureka Moment Barbara Greenwood tells us about a centenarian in her tree, and explains how she helped give him a headstone
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Family Hero ON THE COVER
“My great grandmother’s love for her First World War husband never died,” says Beth Freeman
REGULARS
6 Letters Your ideas, comments and advice
9 What’s On Online and in-person talks, shows and exhibitions
10 News ON THE COVER
All of the latest developments and record releases, including details of the new series of WDYTYA?
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