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Issue Summary
From DNA myth-busters, to smashing brickwall solutions, and ideas for writing your life story that could actually change your life! Gen up on your genealogy know-how in the latest issue of Family Tree. • DNA is the go-to tool for many family history fans, but you need to know how to use it. Ensure you’re not getting tripped up by any of the common DNA misconceptions that abound – and make sure your DNA family history research is as successful as it can possibly be! • Discover an approach that you can use – again and again – to smash through your research brickwalls. • And have a think about a new way of memoir-writing that your descendants will love (and we think is sure to give you so much pleasure too!)
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🌳 Your Monthly Family History Magazine – June 2025 issue 🌳
Discover, Learn and Be Inspired – This Month’s Essential Read for Family Historians
Explore your family’s past with the latest issue of Family Tree, packed with expert advice, inspiring reader stories and expert case studies, and practical tips. Whether you're researching military ancestors, diving into DNA, or solving tricky brick walls, this issue is full of ideas to help you make new discoveries.
⭐ Why you’ll love this issue:
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Unlock Expert Genealogy Guidance
Learn how to break through brick walls with professional research techniques from David Annal. Plus explore intriguing historical records with Paul Chiddicks. -
Discover Your Military Heritage
Start tracing your ancestors in the British Armed Forces with the first in a new series by military family history expert Graham Bandy. -
Make Sense of DNA & Tree Tools
Get confident with your DNA results with Karen Evans - who's here to help you bust those DNA myths - and explore how to display all your relatives using a brand-new All Relatives Family Tree format (perfect for summer family get-togethers).
📖 What’s Inside This Issue:
📰 Family History News
Catch up on new genealogy projects and developments from across the family history world.
✉️ Dear Paul...
Paul Chiddicks explores surprising records – from an unexpected birthplace to a bumper set of baptisms.
🧱 Breaking Down Brick Walls
David Annal demonstrates how to use evidence and logic to solve tough genealogy puzzles.
🎖️ Tracing Ancestors in the British Armed Forces
Start Graham Bandy’s new series with expert tips and a focus on Royal Navy records.
🔍 Twiglets
Gill Shaw shares her journey to uncover the final clues about her great-grandfather’s life.
🕵️ Bigamy
Jacqui Simkins stumbles upon a rare surname and uncovers a case of bigamy.
🧬 A Chip Off the Old Block
Debbie Bradley reveals uncanny coincidences discovered during her research.
📘 Genealogy for Our Descendants
Janna Helshtein reflects on how we can leave a meaningful family history legacy.
🔦 Spotlight On… The Halsted Trust
A closer look at the work of this vital genealogy organisation.
🔬 DNA Myths & Misconceptions
Karen Evans clears up common misunderstandings about DNA testing and results.
🌐 Exploring a New All Relatives Family Tree
Visualise your entire family with an innovative Family Circles diagram.
🗺️ A Tale of Adventure and Secrets
Julie Johnson tells the remarkable story of Isabella Carrie.
📸 Photo Corner
Jayne Shrimpton shares tips to help you date those mystery family photos.
🌳 Ancestry Tree Tips
Get practical advice for navigating your online family tree.
❓ Q&A
Our expert team solves reader-submitted family history queries.
💬 Your Letters
Your stories, thoughts, and feedback.
📅 Diary Dates
Upcoming online family history talks and events.