Hello there,
Thanks for the visit. My name is Chris Clegg and I’ve been a professional researcher for over 16 years now.
I founded Genealogy Beginner because I’ve always been fascinated with the process of discovery.
Research is about finding the answers.
Working to uncover truths that are not otherwise apparent or immediately available.
Genealogy it as a perfect way to expand one’s understanding of research as a practice.
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A genealogist is really just a researcher of the past. A forensic detective so to speak. Who doesn’t want to be a detective? Especially when “the case” is your own history.
The team at Genealogy Beginner work to develop tools and resources to help you become a detective. We hope you find it helpful.
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