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Just so, what is the difference between genealogy and ancestry?

They both involve seeking information about your ancestors so what is the difference? Genealogy is the study of ancestry and descent and refers more to the actual search for ancestors and descendants, with your pedigree being a single direct line backward from yourself.

Subsequently, question is, what is your genealogy? Your genealogy is the story of you. Who are your ancestors? This is what genealogy is all about, and the answers are waiting to be discovered on Ancestry.

what is the purpose of genealogy?

Genealogy is a very important task for any family. It provides a way to connect with the past while building a future. It gives people a sense of where they came from, while also creating a sense of pride.

How do you document genealogy research?

What it means to document AS YOU GO

1. Photocopy the new source document.
2. Identify the source (type a footnote citation) on the front margin of the photocopy.
3. Write your own document filing number on the back of each photocopy.
4. Log the document number, and summarize events-people you found on all appropriate research logs.