German Canadian Folklore and History

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of social history in genealogy, explaining how understanding the time and place where ancestors lived can provide valuable clues for finding more records and writing their stories. The tutorial demonstrates using Find My Past to explore locations and record collections, focusing on Ontario and Hamilton Centennial. It highlights the significance of social history books like 'Land Settlements in Upper Canada' and 'German Canadian Folklore' to enrich family histories. The video encourages viewers to delve into these resources to gain a deeper appreciation of their ancestors' lives.

Why is social history important in genealogy research?

• It is only useful for writing historical fiction.

• It focuses on the names of ancestors.

• It provides clues to find more records and write stories.

• It helps in understanding the DNA of ancestors.

What is the primary focus when using Find My Past for social history?

• Exploring locations and activities of ancestors.

• Searching for ancestors' names.

• Looking for DNA matches.

• Finding modern records.

How can you access the card catalog on Find My Past?

• By using the family tree tab.

• By searching for ancestors' names directly.

• By clicking on the DNA tab.

• Through the hamburger stacks and A to Z record sets.

What is the Hamilton Centennial collection primarily about?

• A collection of modern photographs.

• A history of Hamilton County over 100 years.

• A list of all Hamilton residents.

• A guide to Hamilton's current attractions.

What can you find in the Hamilton Centennial collection?

• Detailed family trees.

• Advertisements for modern products.

• Historical photographs and lithographs.

• DNA test results.

What is the significance of the land settlements in Upper Canada?

• They provide a first-hand account of a location.

• They are a collection of Canadian recipes.

• They list all the ancestors in Canada.

• They focus on modern Canadian history.

What type of information does the German Canadian folklore image collection provide?

• Modern German recipes.

• Superstitions and cultural beliefs.

• A list of German Canadian residents.

• Current German Canadian events.

How can the German Canadian folklore collection help in writing about ancestors?

• By providing exact historical events.

• By offering insights into cultural beliefs and practices.

• By listing all German Canadian ancestors.

• By giving modern German Canadian news.

What is a suggested cure for lumbago according to the German Canadian folklore?

• Visiting a doctor.

• Taking modern medicine.

• Lying on the floor and having a wife tread on the afflicted part.

• Using a heating pad.

What is the benefit of exploring social history activities on Find My Past?

• It focuses on current events.

• It provides a list of all ancestors.

• It enhances appreciation of the past.

• It helps in finding modern relatives.