What No One Tells You About Using Oral History in Genealogy

Описание: You’ve got an amazing family story… but no documents to back it up. Now what?

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can include those passed-down tales in your family history writing — and how to do it the right way — this video is for you.

We’ll talk about what makes oral history powerful, what to watch out for, and how to approach these stories with both care and confidence.

Whether the story sounds too wild to be true — or too important to leave out — you’ll walk away with fresh ideas to help you write with honesty and heart.

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Stay to the end for a reminder about one of the biggest mistakes writers make when using family stories.
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CHAPTERS

0:00 Can I Include Oral History in My Family History Without Proof?
00:41 Why Oral History Matters
01:36 How To Include Oral History Well
03:02 What If a Family Legend Is Not True?
04:02 3 Steps to Write Oral History into Genealogy
05:21 Family history isn’t just about names and dates.
05:59 Viewer Mailbag - A Warning for All Family History Writers

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