Family History Blogs and Stories
Keep up to date with my latest family history blogs, tips and news from the world of Scottish Genealogy as well as a little more of me, Sarah!
9 Steps to a Successful Virtual Family Reunion
The impact of Covid 19 is testing everyone, re-adjusting the way we live. Social distancing and self-isolation mean that we ...
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Moncreiffe Family Surname
(2-3 minutes read) The surname Moncrieffe or Moncreiffe is one of the oldest Perthshire family surnames. I had the honour ...
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Use the Scottish naming pattern to help your research
(1-2 minutes read) Here are some hints and tips on how to use the Scottish naming pattern for your family ...
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Origins of the Smith Surname
Do you have a Smith in your family? Did your Scottish Smith emigrate to North Carolina, Canada or even South ...
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REID surname and its Scottish history
Do you have the Reid surname in your family tree? Want to know the meaning or the history of the ...
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GREGORY family name and its Scottish history
(2-3 minute read) Are you researching the Gregory family history in Scotland? Here are some highlights of the Gregory family ...
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What’s in a surname – RENNIE
This is a blog about Peter Rennie, a gardener from Milnathort and Kinross. This may be of interest if you ...
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What’s in a Name – WARDEN and links with Napoleon Bonaparte
Surnames evolved as a way to put people into groups whether by their occupation, place of origin, patronage, clan or ...
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About Sarah
Sarah is the founder of Unlock Your Past. She is an accredited and registered genealogist with the Association of Scottish Genealogists and Archivists and the Register of Qualified Genealogists. With over 15 years of experience, she can help unlock your past.