MY THOUGHTS FOR ON-LINE FAMILY TREES
MY THOUGHTS FOR ON-LINE FAMILY TREES I have been asked several times recently what I think of on-line family trees and how do I personally use them. First we all need to remember that on-line family trees are done by people - some do the research, and some just put on whatever they feel fits, with no research or sources. Second, I do look at on-line family trees, HOWEVER , I use them as clues for where to look for sources. They are great to find clues and tips, but do not take them as "fact" until you do your own research and have found enough sources to back up what is there. Obviously, some trees are well done and have sources attached - this is very helpful. Sometimes it can even confirm your own research. Just as obviously, some trees are just thrown up there with no research and what appears to be little thought. I recently saw one for my own family where one set of the great grandparents had married when they were in the single digit ages - obviously there is a big