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A genealogist researches family history, working backward from the present to the past. Genealogists come from a wide array of backgrounds and include historians, librarians and archivists as well as individuals who are simply interested in family history and research. Genealogists receive training through a variety of formal and informal opportunities. In the United States, certification as a professional genealogist is not required, but certification provides additional credentials for professional status.
You exist because a long line of ancestors lived before you. Except for their genes and some customs or mannerisms that may have been passed down, much of their history is lost in the mists of time. You may be able to access their more recent stories, which are locked away in the memories of relatives or in records that are accessible online. The websites mentioned in this article are linked under Resources.
