Norwegian Sources Bygdebøker Available Online (Outside the National Library) October 21, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 2147 Views 4 Comments This is a curated list of Norwegian bygdebøker (local history and genealogy books) that are freely available online outside theShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Getting started / Your first steps Exploring Genealogy: Essential Sources for Tracing Your Family History October 20, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 651 Views 0 Comments In this article, we’ll explore various sources for genealogy research, including online databases, archives, and community resources.Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Places to visit How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Norway October 18, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 705 Views 0 Comments Norway is a land of soaring fjords, shimmering glaciers, and charming coastal towns — a destination that feels both ancientShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Software & note-taking Best genealogy software in 2025 — a practical comparison October 14, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 10825 Views 6 Comments Building a family tree is part detective work, part storytelling — and the software or service we choose affects howShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
History The 200th Anniversary of Norwegian Emigration to America October 12, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 1668 Views 1 Comment In 2025, Norway and the Norwegian-American community commemorate two centuries since the first organized group of Norwegian emigrants departed forShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Life in general...... I will be trying out AI creation October 9, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 672 Views 7 Comments The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in writing articles can be justified on several practical, ethical, and creative grounds.Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Getting started / Your first steps Starting Up with Genealogy: Tracing the Threads of Family History October 8, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 682 Views 0 Comments Genealogy, the study and tracing of family lineages, has become an increasingly popular pursuit. The appeal is easy to understand:Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Genealogy (general) Finding living relatives in Norway May 24, 2024 Martin Roe Eidhammer 2637 Views 0 Comments Some of you may have read my article How to find living persons in Norway I realize this article needsShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Genealogy (general) Let’s do it right the first time February 27, 2024 Martin Roe Eidhammer 5412 Views 3 Comments A brief look at the recording of sources.Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Norwegian Sources Case study: Grades on confirmation lists November 30, 2023 Martin Roe Eidhammer 2138 Views 0 Comments Here is a quick look at some details from a confirmation list.Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
