This book provides background on genealogical research in Kentucky and Indiana. The author shares her experience of tracing her own family history, and offers guidance on how others can undertake similar projects. The book covers important historical events and changes that have impacted genealogical research in these two states. This is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in tracing their family history in Kentucky or Indiana. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.