Mish J Holman

I have often wondered this because I have my own database and I'm unsure how would feel about the 'collaboration'.

‘The hidden engine room’: how amateur historians are powering genealogical research Wealth of datasets compiled as private passions are now a goldmine for those hunting for their ancestors

‘The hidden engine room’: how amateur historians are powering genealogical research www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Dear friends. I’ve done something different launching Legenda by targeting independent bookshops. I didn’t drive all sales to Amazon. So I’m relying on those of you that are reading it to share reviews & spread the word. I want this book to be supported by readers, not algorithms.

Crime and Punishment for Family Historians 12 week course on Thursday evenings

Hello #GenHour - hope you're all well and have had fun researching this week. I've been working on a new talk which will be for @sogorg.bsky.social Crime and Punishment course next March - portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

'Buried Letters' Historical WW1 Short Story (Text & audio) Buried Letters is an award-winning, poignant, bittersweet creative nonfiction piece inspired by true historical events and heartfelt family history research. It unfolds through a series of intimate, r...

Lest we forget. FREE digital and audio award-winning short WW1. A factual tale based love story about Chloris joined the all-women's Scottish Women’s Hospital in Macedonia 1917.
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#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #WW1 #FirstWorldWar #FreeStory #GenHour #AncestryHour

This spring, new AI photo tools arrived. Genealogists experimented. Then quickly we realized: these tools don't "restore" historical photos—they may fabricate new faces.

By August, these "restorations" were everywhere, unlabeled, corrupting our shared historical record. #genealogy

Join me and these other brilliant panellists in a few hours for this free discussion on genealogy and storytelling. You can watch on YouTube www.youtube.com/live/2jFjyzL... #Genealogy #WikiTree #Storytelling

😂 "And after he was discharged joined The Who..."

"Drummer Matuzalick of the 5th Polish Regiment fought a Russian grenadier with his drumsticks and took him prisoner." - Official Bulletins of the Grande Armee.

📜 Diving into the Parish and its Records
Join @elsesoggenealogist.bsky.social to explore the people, laws, and documents that shaped parish life in this 4-week online course.
Fridays, 7–28 Nov 2025 | 10:30–12:30
💻 Online via Zoom
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#GenHour #ParishRecords

#GenHour And I also need to explore the new additions to the Korean War-era draft registrations on fold3. 🧵

🦷 Tracing Dentist Ancestors – with John Parkinson, ex-dentist & genealogist. #GenHour
Discover how to trace your dental ancestors from early practitioners to the modern era. With complimentary drinks & nibbles!
6 Nov, 14:00–15:00
SoG London / 💻 Online
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The front cover of a book entitled "Devon's Home Front Diaries"

I was so excited to receive this book last week - it's about life on the home front in Devon in #WW2, & features diaries from someone in my #OneNameStudy! The book is by Todd Gray, who used diaries from the #MassObservation Archive to bring this interesting period of history to life #GenHour

Thanks!

Yes it's confusing because we don't all do it at the same time. I hope those who turned up early can stick around today. #GenHour

She Defied Her Famous Actress Mother: The True Story of Ethel Grimston YouTube video by Tales of Britain

It took so long to research and create, I just want to give another plug for my video about researching 19th century wannabe actress Ethel Grimston. youtu.be/MzEPBEpn2vY?... #GenHour

Uncover Family Mysteries with Free Access to Death Records This Halloween - MyHeritage Blog Halloween is the perfect time to explore the mysteries in your family’s story. From October 30 to November 2, MyHeritage is offering free access to more

MyHeritage is currently offering free access to more than 1.5 billion death, burial, cemetery, and obituary records – 18 collections in this category have been added or updated since last Halloween.

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #OnePlaceStudies #GenHour

Hi #GenHour!
🧬 Join us for Genealogical Six Hats.
Learn how to make confident, evidence-based decisions in DNA research with @scientistsoph.bsky.social. Discover Six Hats method for tackling tricky genetic genealogy problems
Tues 4 Nov 2025, 19:00–21:00 (Online)
🎟️ Book: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev...

Photo of the piazza at the British Library showing a long queue to enter the building. The subject and photographer is standing behind a man in a light blue jacket wearing a rucksack at the back of the queue. In the distance is a line of people waiting to enter the British Library.

I had a nice time with a client at the British Library today - it's always fulfilling to introduce clients to new strategies (and for them) new websites! Here's a photo of the queue to get into the BL this morning. Suffice to say it was busy! #GenHour #Ancestry

I hope the clocks going back in the UK hasn't confused everyone regarding #GenHour (I forgot to alter my clock last weekend and got up at the wrong time!)

📜 Visit: Devon Archives & Local Studies
Go behind the scenes at the Devon Heritage Centre, explore strongrooms, historic maps, and parish records, and see conservation in action.

3 Nov, 11:00–13:00, Exeter
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#GenHour #Devon #FamilyHistory #Archives

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I am thrilled to have received the proof for my book cover. Hopefully I can share it with you once corrections have been made. It finally feels real! #Genealogy #Ancestry

Thanks Liz!

📸 Photogenealogy Advice Hour – Gold Members Only #GenHour
Got family photos? Learn how to care for, digitise, and share them with @simondmd.bsky.social
7 Nov, 14:00–15:00 | 💻 Online
Submit questions: events_sog.org.uk
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She Defied Her Famous Actress Mother: The True Story of Ethel Grimston YouTube video by Tales of Britain

Last week I mentioned I was working on a research video telling a story about one of Britain's greatest theatrical families. Here is the end result: youtu.be/MzEPBEpn2vY?... #GenHour

Yes it's fantastic to be back. I envy you having family history here! #GenHour

🌍 New on YouTube! #GenHour
Discover tips and tricks for tracing your family history in Devon with our free guide: Researching in Devon. Perfect for beginners and experienced genealogists alike!

Watch here: youtu.be/fjADU1-WTz0

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #DevonResearch #FamilySearch

Hello #GenHour I am currently in Bath at the moment for a short break. I had a lovely walk around the abbey looking at all the monuments.

#GenHour Join Lucy Reynoldson SoG Library for a hands-on workshop on FamilySearch Wiki!
Navigate global genealogy resources
- new interactive England Jurisdictions map
- exclusive collections at Affiliate Libraries
Bring your laptop or use ours!
Fri 31 Oct, 13:00–15:00
Book: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev...

She Defied Her Famous Actress Mother: The True Story of Ethel Grimston YouTube video by Tales of Britain

Something new on my YouTube channel: the story of Ethel Grimston, who defied her parents and ran away from home to become an actress - youtu.be/MzEPBEpn2vY?... #GenHour #Genealogy