Break Through Genealogical Brick Walls with Timelines! (Techniques)

Stuck in your research? Wondering why your ancestors made certain choices? Struggling to distinguish between same-named individuals? Trying to connect family members across generations? Timelines can help you overcome these challenges and more!

By creating a chronological, multi-columned matrix, you can:

• Identify missing gaps in your research
• Clarify conflicting information
• Reveal hidden relationships
• Pinpoint paths for future discoveries
• Use color-coding to highlight connections and overlaps
• Add comments and footnotes to avoid duplicating research
• … and more …

Unlike traditional timelines, these visual representations are dynamic tools that will revolutionize your research. They’ll help you:

• Easily resume research where you left off
• Quickly share findings with others in a clear and concise format
• Unquestionably meet the Genealogical Proof Standard
• Thoroughly understand your ancestor’s FAN club (friends, associates, and neighbors)

Do create timelines that are unique to your research needs. Leverage this powerful tool to overcome genealogical obstacles and uncover new insights into your family’s history! This strategy need to be part of your genealogy arsenal of tools.