Posts in March 2, 2011

Keep in mind if your foreign-born ancestor proved a homestead claim in the United States, he had to prove citizenship. What this means is that there should be a copy of his naturalization papers in his homestead file. Where that naturalization took place could be a clue if the place is different from where the homestead was located. ———————————— Check out GenealogyBank’s Offer for Tip of the Day Fans!