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Research Methods: English Roots genealogy researcher

Research sources used include:

  • Censuses
  • Civil Registration records
  • Parish registers and other parish records
  • Wills
  • Electoral registers and poll books
  • Newspapers
  • Manorial and other medieval records
  • Military records
  • Police, railway and other occupational records

Research is carried out to the highest professional standards employing experienced professional genealogy researchers. English Roots is a genealogy research business based at Southwell in Nottinghamshire which is in the heart of England. Much of the country is within about two hours drive.

 

A library of family history research resources has been developed to carry out initial work on the spot. English Roots also has access to a valuable range of online resources. Other professional genealogy researchers selected for their experience and ability are used to carry out work in more distant parts of the country.

 

Brian Drescher, Owner Manager, has considerable experience of genealogy research and writing family histories and all work will be carried out by him or under his direction. He is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and has the Higher Certificate in Family History awarded by the Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies.

 

Case Histories and testimonials on the website provide a good indication of the quality of work that you can expect when employing English Roots.