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Welcome to bracewellfamily.com |
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Written by Russell Bracewell
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Welcome to a new revolution in Bracewell genealogy research.
This website was designed to bring all the Bracewell genealogy research together in one location. The success of the site depends on your participation. You have already taken the first step by signing up as a member. The next step is to contribute your family information to the site. This page will help you get started. If at any time you have a question or just want to speak with some one contact
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Who runs the site: The website was built and maintained by the descendants of Joseph Marion Bracewell from Texas. The JMB descendants have been researching Bracewell genealogy for over 70 years. Each year in April we hold one of the largest Bracewell family reunions to celebrate our ancestors. The site incurs several hundred dollars in maintenance fees each year along with genealogy research expenses. Donations are always appreciated.
What are to goals of this site:
To organize all Bracewell genealogy research in one location.
Provide genealogy assistance to all Bracewell related families.
Build an on-line community to unite distant family members.
Research and preservation of family document.
How do I navigate the site:
This site is designed to store document in categories & subcategories. A few of the most popular are listed below.
| Family Records | Churches & Cemeteries
Documents and articles related to Bracewell family churches and cemeteries.
Add new documents to this section by clicking on SUBMIT New Article in the menu. | Family Tree
Upload your gedcom file or manual add your information to the Bracewell Family Tree. Each family branch can have their own family tree. | | Photo Albums
The photo album is available for all site members. You are welcome to upload any Bracewell related photos that you would like to share. | User Home Pages
Each person can create their own personal web page. You can place any information on the page as long as it is appropriate for all audiences. (admin must enable this feature for you) | Community Forum
The forum is the place to chat with other family members or ask for help with your research. This is a good place to start if you are new to genealogy research. |
How do I get started researching my family history:
Getting started is easy. Interview your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and ask them for information on your ancestors. Ask them specific question that require a direct answer:
1. What is the name of your mother, father, brother, sisters?
2. What was their birth/death date?
3. Were did the live? Keep accurate records. If you are going to begin in-depth genealogy research invest in a notebook/binder and file box. A tape recorder or video camera will help with interviewing family members. Last but not least..... Keep Every Thing. Five years from now that scrap of pager with someones name on it may be the key that you are looking for.
After you have some basic research go to the internet and search for additional details. Be cautious with your research and try and prove everything you find before accepting it. You can also join the Braswell/Bracewell DNA project to help narrow your search.
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