This book "is a selected list of books in the collections of the Library of Congress compiled primarily for researchers of Afro-American lineages. Included in this bibliography are guidebooks, bibliographies, genealogies, collective biographies, United States local histories, directories, and other works pertaining specifically to Afro-Americans. Emphasis is on books that contain information about lesser-known individuals of the nineteenth century and earlier, although Afro-American business and city directories published through 1959 are listed"--Introd.

The Journal of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society is an annual publication of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. It provides a medium for publishing original manuscripts, articles, and information on African and African American history and genealogy. The Journal is committed to documenting and preserving the African and African American experience by publishing historical and genealogical subject matter of interest to the African American family researcher, and facilitating the dissemination of historical and genealogical resources that will assist in African American family research.

Gale has launched another new project--Genealogical Sourcebook series--and the first volumes look promising. The remaining volumes on Asian Americans and Native Americans will be published this summer. Libraries can order all four volumes for $239 (0-8103-8541-4). Part 1 of each volume consists of informative essays on immigration and migration, basic genealogical methods and resources, and problems specific to ethnic genealogy--such as naming practices, the reuse of graves where families could not afford perpetual sites, and reasons for deliberate falsification of records. Explanations and tips on accessing records specific to these groups, such as those of the Freedmen's Bureau and the Inquisition, records of religious orders, and an overview of newspaper ads and Hispanic heraldry are instructive and pragmatic. Tables, examples, and an extensive bibliography are included. Part 2, 'Directory of Genealogical Information, ' lists libraries and archives, public and private organizations, print resources, and other media that 'hold materials relevant to genealogists whether their focus is on genealogy in general or on a specific ethnic group.' Libraries and archives are listed geographically; those outside the U.S. are in Canada for African Americans, and in Guatemala, Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, Cuba, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Canada for Hispanic Americans. There are surprisingly few listings for Florida, which has a substantial Hispanic population. Private and public organizations include commercial ventures (publishers, researchers for a fee, bookstores) and nonprofits (genealogical societies, the American Antiquarian Society, etc.). The section entitled 'Print Resources' lists many sources from the 1980s, but there are also current publications. The author and title-organization indexes access only the products and sources listed in part 2. The subject index accesses the essays in part 1. Libraries that hold books such as George R. Ryskamp's Tracing Your Hispanic Heritage (1984) will want to keep them for their scholarly thoroughness. They will want to add these new books for their relative currency and for their simpler explanations of complicated facets of black and Hispanic culture.--BL 05/15/1995.

Over the past two decades, in workshops and personal consultations, thousands of persons have have received the expertise and knowledge of author Frazine Taylor about Alabama genealogical research. In addition, she has taught the art to hundreds of students. As Dr. James Rose notes, all genealogists looking for the family tree in Alabama sooner or later come across Frazine. And now they have her book, Researching African American Genealogy in Alabama: A Resource Guide. In the book, she provides the information and guidance to help locate the resources available for researching African American records in archives, libraries, and county courthouses throughout the state. The idea for this guidebook rose out of her lecturing throughout the country and having noticed that reference guides on African American family history resources seemed to exist for every state except Alabama. This was regrettable not merely for researchers on African American history in Alabama. In fact, Alabama's records play an especially important role in U.S. family history research because of the migration patterns of Alabama's freedmen, first to urban areas of Alabama and then to northern cities, a trend that continued throughout the first part of the twentieth century.

The Journal of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society is an annual publication of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. It provides a medium for publishing original manuscripts, articles, and information on African and African American history and genealogy. The Journal is committed to documenting and preserving the African and African American experience by publishing historical and genealogical subject matter of interest to the African American family researcher and facilitating the dissemination of historical and genealogical resources that will assist in African American family research.This special edition commemorates the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first Africans in British North America. The curated articles document research on a variety of topics including: the story of how and why Africans were taken from Angola and arrived in the North American British colony; the ship that carried Africans away from their homeland; and how their lives were influenced by religion and a succession of local and regional laws. Readers will learn the lineage of some of the Angolans and special ads celebrate African American families.

Discover Your African American Ancestry! "Tracing Roots: Uncovering African American Ancestry through Slave Records" by Penelope Green is your indispensable guide to unveiling the rich tapestry of your heritage. This book empowers you to embark on a transformative journey through history, resilience, and identity. With Green's guidance, explore the unique challenges and rewards of tracing African American ancestry, from gathering cherished family stories to navigating the intricacies of historical slave records. Delve into the profound significance of these records, unlocking the stories of strength, courage, and survival that are etched within their pages. Discover the narratives concealed in plantation journals, letters, and diaries, providing profound insights into the lives and experiences of enslaved individuals. Navigate the complexities of genealogical research, including the power of census data and lineage, and honor the enduring spirit of families separated by the bonds of slavery. "Tracing Roots" extends beyond research, equipping you with the tools to preserve your findings and share your discoveries. Document your ancestral journey, craft a compelling family history, and contribute to the broader narrative of African American genealogy. As you close the final chapter, Penelope Green emphasizes the significance of embracing your heritage and encourages you to continue your journey, celebrating the stories of resilience and belonging that define your family's narrative. Uncover the hidden stories of your African American ancestry and embark on a transformative journey today with "Tracing Roots."

Included in this book, Telling Our Stories: A Collection of Family History Narratives, are biographical profiles researched, written, and complied by members of the Fred Hart Williams Genealogical Society (FHWGS), a Detroit-based organization established in 1979 to research and preserve African American family history and culture. During 2019, the Society solicited family history narratives from its members to create a book for publication to form a lasting legacy in honor of the Society's fortieth anniversary. The response was overwhelming. These narratives are a testament to the resilience, persistence, tragedy, and triumphs of our ancestors who endured the brutality of enslavement, the horrors of post-civil war terrorism, Jim Crow Laws, racial discrimination, and the terrorism perpetrated in response to the civil rights movement. These narratives reflect how that history shaped the world the descendants of those ancestors would inherit. There are families that escaped enslavement on the Underground Railroad. There are families whose ancestors were freedom fighters. There are families that would emerge from enslavement to share-cropping to migrating to the promise of hope in the industrial north. With the passing of each generation, we risk the loss of history that is not recorded. It is the mission of the Fred Hart Williams Genealogy Society to preserve that history.