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Thomas MacEntee
Thomas MacEntee is a genealogy educator, author, and technology specialist who helps family historians research more effectively, use technology with confidence, and make smarter decisions about where to spend their time and money. As the founder of Genealogy Bargains and creator of related genealogy education projects, he has built a trusted voice in the genealogy community by combining hands-on research experience, practical teaching, and careful tool evaluation. His work sits at the intersection of genealogy, education, technology, and consumer-resource curation—translating complex topics into plain English so everyday genealogists can make real progress without wasting money or getting overwhelmed.
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Patriot Day 2026: Recording Family Memories of September 11 Before They Fade

Patriot Day 2026 marks 25 years since September 11. Ask a relative what they remember and save the recording where your family will find it.
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School Picture Day: What a Class Photo Proves About Where Your Family Lived

School Picture Day is more than bad hair. A dated class photo can prove where your family lived between census years. Here is how to work it.
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Irish Famine Begins 1845: Using DNA Matches to Find the Townland Records Never Recorded

Irish Famine Begins: The September 9, 1845 blight date is more anniversary than fact. Here is how to use DNA match clusters and Griffith’s Valuation to find your Irish townland.


