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Oral histories can also be useful, even if they aren’t about your ancestor. Learning about notable people in the area in which your ancestor lived can provide helpful insights into the environment in which they lived. If your ancestor had any interaction with the subject of a biography, you may even find a mention of him in the publication.
Reading your ancestors' histories in their own words is an amazing experience. These treasures will tell you of their hopes, their dreams, and their accomplishments.
You will learn about their families, places they lived, and people they knew. In reading their words you will come to know your ancestors as if they were talking directly to you.
