Tom Kemp, Director of Genealogy Products

Genealogist Q&A

Whether you're a seasoned genealogy enthusiast or just starting, our Q&A section addresses the most frequently asked questions in family history research.

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Tom Kemp, the director of our Genealogy Products, is here to help. With over fifty years of experience, Tom is a skilled genealogist, prolific writer, and a seasoned librarian/archivist with international experience. In our Q&A session, Tom addresses common questions posed by genealogists. Don’t miss our free guide, Getting Started Climbing Your Family Tree.

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Can I search with the dates in order? In other words, oldest first, etc. - Nancy

A: Yes. Look at the illustration below. Use the drop down menu to select the order that you want your search results to be displayed.

You can display them starting with the oldest or the newest articles first.

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