Reasonably Exhaustive Research Archive
26 Apr 2017
Are You Researching Through a Peephole?
By Laura Murphy DeGrazia, CG On 26 April 2017 In Uncategorized
We’ve probably all used peepholes to peek out and see who is knocking at the door. The tiny opening gives a glimpse, but it isn’t large enough to provide the full picture. If the visitor is too close,
12 Jul 2016
Visualizing Information for Analysis and Correlation
By Melissa Johnson On 12 July 2016 In Uncategorized
The first element of the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS)—reasonably exhaustive research[1]—calls for digging into the circumstances of a research subject’s life, and identifying sources and strategies that may help provide an answer to a specific research question.
25 Jan 2016
The Genealogical Proof Standard In Practice
By Melissa Johnson On 25 January 2016 In Uncategorized
In the field of genealogy, the conclusion to a research question is considered proven when it meets the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS). The GPS consists of five interdependent elements, each of which plays a role in ensuring
14 Dec 2015
Considering the Law
By Melissa Johnson On 14 December 2015 In Uncategorized
As family historians, we use various types of historical records to link generations of our families together. In doing so, we often forget that these records were not created for genealogists. Many were created as a result
7 Nov 2015
A Lesson in Reasonably Exhaustive Research
By Melissa Johnson On 7 November 2015 In Uncategorized
Genealogists who reconstruct their family histories must meet the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS) to ensure that their conclusions are sound. The first element of the GPS is “reasonably exhaustive research—emphasizing original records providing participants’ information—for all evidence