Tag Archives: Slavery

African-American Research Databases

Posted on February 5, 2011 by

Freedman’s Bank Records Available in HeritageQuest Online.  For use at any library or from home with a valid Buffalo & Erie County Public Library card number. The Freedman’s Bank (also known as The Freedman’s Savings and Trust Company) was set … Continue reading →

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Tips on Tracing Family Lines that Include Enslaved Ancestors

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

1. Interview ancestors. Collect and analyze family stories. 2. Obtain vital records. 3. Research in census records beginning with the most recent available.  Look through 3-4 pages before and after your ancestors, and note families with the same last name … Continue reading →

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