Southern genealogy presents unique challen ges&mdash\;burned counties\, migrations\, name variations\, and tangled ki nship networks. This presentation breaks down practical strategies for ove rcoming these obstacles using records\, regional context\, and social hist ory. Attendees will learn how to approach Southern research methodically\, interpret clues\, and build out difficult ancestral lines.
\nKelsey Kirby is a genealogist\, historian\, and founder of Southern Charm Geneal ogy. She specializes in Southern U.S. research\, pedigree collapse\, royal and medieval ancestry\, and social history storytelling. Kelsey blends tr aditional genealogy with historical context to help families understand no t just who their ancestors were\, but the world they lived in. She shares educational content across social media and is passionate about making gen ealogy accessible\, accurate\, and engaging for all learners.
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