Question: I was told that my great grandfather was part native american. I don’t know what my great grand father’s name is or if this is true. He lived in Palestine, Tx.

-Annie

Answer: Start with what you know, and work your way back.  Is this your maternal or paternal great grandfather?  Start researching his child and try and find who the man was.  Gather every bit of information you can on  your grandparent and his/her brothers and sisters.  You never know which one may have a document that will lead you to the answer.

Also, Crista Cowan, aka The Barefoot Genealogist, has done a great facebook talk on researching your Native American history.  Once you know your great grandfather’s name and a few more details, she has some great pointers for you to follow.

You can find the talk at Ancestry.com’s Livestream Channel

Happy Searching!

Ancestry Anne