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By the conclusion of the American Civil War, an estimated 179,000 Black men had served in the U.S. Army and another 19,000 in the Navy. In this online lecture, Researcher Jonathan Hill will provide an overview of the records and tools that can be used to uncover the stories of Black Civil War veterans.

Self-publishing your genealogy is a fantastic way to preserve your family history for future generations. Join us for an engaging panel discussion with three authors who have gone through this difficult but rewarding process.

Despite its long history, New Jersey is known for several gaps in the records due to destruction, loss, and inconsistent recordkeeping. For these reasons, family historians must turn to published records to locate their ancestors.