~ Early Web Links ~

A scholarly database dedicated to Afro-Louisiana history and genealogy, built around Dr. Hall's research into enslaved and free Black populations in Louisiana. Visitors can search original historical documents, view primary sources, and explore Dr. Hall's calculations relating to this specialized archival record.

The South Plains Genealogical Society (SPGS) is a Lubbock, Texas-based organization dedicated to helping people trace their family histories and ancestral roots. Their site offers resources for local, state, national, and world genealogy research, along with meeting info, surname research, an award-winning newsletter called South Plains Roots, and a podcast.

Part of the TXGenWeb project, this site is dedicated to genealogical research for Robertson County, Texas, coordinated by Jane Keppler. Visitors can explore an extensive collection of records including cemeteries, census data, marriages, deaths, court records, obituaries, military records, and county history to trace their Texas ancestors.

A massive genealogy and family history mega-portal curated by professional genealogist Thomas Milton Tinney, linking to billions of primary and secondary database resources organized by country from A to Z. Researchers at any level can explore regional genealogy portals, archival records, surname databases, and how-to guides for documenting family history across the world.

The Houston Genealogical Forum is a Texas-based genealogy society offering members resources for surname research, shared interest groups, and access to their publication 'The Genealogical Record.' The site features upcoming events, courthouse visit recaps, free public data files, and local and regional research resources for anyone tracing their family history.

A comprehensive genealogy and family history resource dedicated entirely to Lamar County, Texas, compiled by a team of local researchers. Visitors can explore census records, cemetery records, marriage records, Bible records, military pension records, family trees, and much more, all organized for tracing ancestry in this northeastern Texas county.

The HisKi project, maintained by the Genealogical Society of Finland, offers a searchable database of historical parish records including christenings, marriages, burials, and moves. It is an invaluable tool for tracing Finnish family history, with ongoing additions of new parishes as data is digitized.

The Virginia Huguenot Society is an organization for descendants of French Protestants who fled religious persecution in France, preserving their legacy in American history. The site lists hundreds of ancestor surnames, offers membership information, newsletters, and downloadable applications for those tracing Huguenot lineage.

Lori Thornton, a genealogist and librarian living near the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee, shares musings on family history, regional history, and book reviews spanning back to 2004. The blog blends genealogical research with reviews of mystery and historical fiction titles, making it a rich resource for anyone interested in Southern Appalachian heritage.

Susan LeBlanc, an accredited genealogist, shares decades of ancestral research through this blog covering family histories, book reviews, lectures, and published articles on topics ranging from French-Canadian roots to Revolutionary War families. The site offers both personal research discoveries and professional insights, making it a rich resource for anyone tracing New England and colonial American ancestry.