Making the connection….with a document from an ancestry contact
David’s family had been to Trasacco many years ago to find the origin of their family and had obtained several certificates and documents that told only a part of the story. It was apparent that his ancestor Raffaele was not born in Trasacco but there was no indication of where he might have been from. … Continue reading
A brick wall in Santa Maria Oliveto
Sometimes a brick wall just doesn’t come down easily, even for the professionals! Michele was born in Santa Maria Oliveto (Isernia) according to the family. When I eventually found the birth record, he was actually registered in Conca Casale but they had declared themselves residents of Santa Maria Oliveto. Michele was baptized in the Parrocchia … Continue reading
A Foundling or a Love Child?
In researching our genealogy it’s hard to accept that our ancestor was a foundling. A ‘throw away’, a child whose mother abandoned him. We grasp at straws to discover that he was loved and cherished. We don’t really want to believe he was truly alone. Wendy was sure her Grandfather was the secret love child … Continue reading
Search of the week – Brick wall in Arpino
Vincenzo is approaching 90 and ready to put the finishing touches on his family history project. He had completed all he could do on all lines except his OWN surname. He visits relatives in Italy regularly and over the last few years has often dropped by to discuss his latest findings and ask for guidance. … Continue reading
