Scottish Genealogy
The Top British Genealogy Websites
Rule, Britannia (research)! Discover your English and Welsh ancestors’ records in these must-search British genealogy websites.
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Mad for Plaid: Does My Family Have a Tartan?
Does your Scottish heritage come with a tartan? Learn how to identify tartans associated with your ancestry.
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ScotlandsPeople gives you online access to all the key records you need for researching your Scottish ancestry.
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Finding and Using Scottish Civil Records for Genealogy Premium
Your Scottish ancestors left behind a trail of records in their home country. Here's how you can use Scottish civil records for genealogy research.
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Understanding Scottish Clans
Many people get interested in their Scottish roots through family stories about their clan or tartan. But what are Scottish clans? Here's what you need to know.
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A Map of Historical Scottish Counties
If your ancestors hail from the rolling hills and mysterious lochs of Scotland, this Scottish counties map will help you find them.
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Genealogy Q&A: Explaining Scotch, Scottish and Scots-Irish
Not certain what Scots-Irish really means? Get expert answers on the proper terminology when referring to your Scots-Irish ancestors.
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Scottish Ancestors in 1700s Carolina Premium
Expert answers to your genealogy questions: Searching for a kidnapped Scot in the Carolinas in the 1700s.
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