Most people’s knowledge about their ancestors ends with their grandparents, or at best, their great-grandparents. This is usually not due to a lack of interest but because of beliefs like “the documents were burned,” “it’s impossible,” or “my grandparents didn’t want to talk about their lives”, so there’s “no point digging deeper”.
The good news is that a vast amount of various documents have actually been preserved. These include vital records (birth, marriage, and death certificates), census records, military files, student records, address books, personal ID applications, and many other collections, both detailed and less so. With these, you can not only trace your ancestors’ names several generations back but also discover details such as your great-grandfather’s grades, pre-war addresses of family members, or even find photographs and handwritten letters.
For many years, I have been professionally conducting genealogical research specializing in Polish and Polish Jewish genealogy and can assist you with:
Effective genealogical research requires time and know-how. What might take you years, I can likely accomplish in a few weeks thanks to my extensive experience and daily practice.
Searching for ancestors involves knowledge of several languages and the ability to decipher handwriting in Cyrillic, Kurrent, and Latin; sometimes, even familiarity with the Hebrew alphabet is needed. Historical knowledge, proficiency in navigating various databases, experience in working with archives, and the ability to present the information clearly are equally important.
By entrusting me with your search, you’ll save a significant amount of time and receive precise information about your ancestors.
Genealogical Research is for you if you:
1. Share What You Already Know
In the first step, share the information you have about your ancestors.
The most important details include:
And most importantly – if you have limited information, don’t worry! We can still find a way forward.
2. Choose the Best Option for You
Based on the information you provide, I’ll propose research options. Once we agree on the outline of the plan, and after accepting it and receiving an advance, I’ll start the work and inform you of the estimated completion time.
3. Receive a Detailed Report with Copies of Your Ancestors’ Documents
Based on the documents and information found, I’ll prepare a report detailing your family’s history. The report will include:
During the research process, depending on the characteristics of the family, I use various available sources – I aim to ensure that the family history is as complete as possible. In addition to vital records, which are the foundation of genealogical research, I review address books, pre-war newspapers, memoirs, wartime documentation, census records, and many other sources. I also offer assistance with applying for certificates and ancestral records that include photographs.
Every family history is unique, so the results depend on the preservation state of documents, the information they contain, family lore, and the decisions made by our ancestors.
I’d love to hear from you!
Marta
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