What can you learn from researching your own genealogy? In this presentation, professional genealogist Debbie Kroopkin will share many examples of documents, resources and methods you can use to explore your family history. With archives and libraries digitizing a wealth of records daily, the Internet has opened up new opportunities to discover your family's journey without leaving home.
Debbie Kroopkin is currently Co-President of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois. She has explored her family history for over two decades and now conducts research for others. She has discovered her family and clients' family origins in countries including Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, Lithuania, Moldova and Romania. She loves the research hunt and connecting with new families – both in person and on paper. She has a master’s degree in social work administration.
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