Introducing Country Coding for Family Trees
A family tree often tells a rich story, but it isn’t always easy to see the geographical aspects of the story at a quick glance. To help you better...
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For 80 Years, We Didn’t Know What Happened to Our Relatives. Then We Found Them with MyHeritage
My mother, Fruma Knopf Adamowicz, immigrated to Israel from Poland in 1934 at the age of 5. She arrived with her mother, Toncia Adamowicz, and her sister, Chaya, who...
Battle of Kursk: Tracing Family History Through WWII Records
Researching major historical events helps you feel a personal connection with your ancestors, especially if they served in the military. The Battle of Kursk occurred from July to August...
How to Search for Your Family in East European Archives
If you know part of your family comes from or lived in East Europe for a while, get ready to explore rich history, complex movements, and many untold stories...
Honoring the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with Free Access to WWII Records
On May 8, 1945, World War II came to an end in Europe. Known as VE Day — Victory in Europe Day — it marks the official surrender of...
Polish Family History: Uncovering Your Ancestry in Poland
Learn how to trace your Polish ancestry. Discover practical tips and resources to help you uncover your family history and connect with your roots in Poland.
Cousins Find Each Other After Their Families Were Separated for 100 Years
In 1924, my grandfather Aaron, a respected musician and piano tuner, faced a difficult crossroads. His sister, Shaina, lost her family during the turmoil of the Russian Revolution and...
MyHeritage Adds 55 Million Historical Records in January 2024
In January 2024 we published 55 million historical records from 20 historical record collections from the United States, the United Kingdom, Finland, the former Russian Empire, Ireland, Scotland, and...