Description

A practical and pioneering guide to tracing African American family history, this work draws on Charles L. Blockson’s own search through generations of family records reaching back to the eighteenth century. It examines the distinctive challenges genealogists may encounter, including incomplete documentation and the lasting effects of slavery, while also highlighting the discoveries and resources that can make research rewarding. Blending historical insight with useful guidance, the book empowers readers to investigate their ancestry and preserve the stories of their families.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Black Classic Press

Published Jan 1, 1991

232 pages

ISBN: 9780933121539

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Details

First Published

1977

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Black Genealogy by Charles L. Blockson.

Racism/Discrimination
Historical Slavery