Every now and again, I discover – with a little help from my friends – a new way of doing genealogy research, specifically WV research. It occurred to me that, if it helps me, it may help you, too. So I make YouTube Videos to help you out and help me remember. Here, for your viewing/learning endeavours, is my list of research how-to videos to date.
FamilySearch and West Virginia Records
How to locate WV records at FamilySearch.org. You will need a FREE account to login.
WV Culture VRR Access Workaround – A
WV Culture’s server that stores the Vital Records is down again due to tornados in the area. Here is a workaround for accessing those records courtesy of our mutual friend, Cathy Meder-Dempsey.
WV Culture VRR & FamilySearch – B
How to obtain Vital Records from WV Culture at FamilySearch.org
1860 Census – West Virginia Counties
Yes, West Virginia Counties were included in the 1860 Census. You just have to know where to look.