Friday, March 3, 2017

C is for...Cite your sources! - ABC Genealogy Challenge Day 3!


C is for...Cite your sources! OK, I'll admit that this probably the most not so fun part of genealogy, but it is a necessary step. It's kind of like enjoying a feast and then having to wash the dishes - nobody wants to wash the dishes, but it has to be done! Why Cite your sources? Here are just a few reasons why:

  1. It helps you organize your research so you do not duplicate work 
  2. It lends credibility to the information you provide (so people will know you didn't just make this stuff up!)
  3. It provides a path to follow for anyone else reviewing or continuing your research

Check out these great examples from Ancestral Findings on how to Cite sources!

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