Solving a 1770 problem with the 1880 census

Warren Bittner
Jul 31, 2024
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About this webinar

Follow a case study where a 1770 brick wall was solved using the 1880 census. Learn tips and tricks to use sources creatively.

About the speaker

F. Warren Bittner, MS (History), is a genealogical researcher, educator, and author. He is a professional researcher accepting private clients and specializes in German and German Immigrant research. ...
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  1. TT
    tina tuttle
    1 year ago

    Well, I actually looked up and joined the NGS after Warren talked about it. I had long forgotten about it. Thanks!

  2. JS
    Julie Schadek
    1 year ago

    Fantastic! I thought I was pretty careful, looking at all the info on the census to gather clues, but this showed me I need to look at them again as I probably missed some important details. Thanks!!!!!

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  3. WV
    Webinar Viewer
    1 year ago

    Mr. Bittner presented many ideas that I will use for my research. I am especially intrigued by and looking forward to using inferences to expand my family tree.

  4. ER
    Edna Robertson
    1 year ago

    Very clear examples of how to analyze and create a timeline.

  5. WV
    Webinar Viewer
    1 year ago

    FASCINATING!!! I do recognize all of the details in the data in any census or other document...however I fall short in my transcription of timelines and documentation. I love the idea of making an effort to put all inferences down on paper!!!

  6. KM
    Kathy Marine
    1 year ago

    It was a very good webinar and he approached the problems logically.

  7. BC
    Brenda Canter
    1 year ago

    This seminar really got my creative juices flowing!!

  8. WV
    Webinar Viewer
    1 year ago

    I find doing a time line to be a good way to keep from being confused.

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