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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 26/08/2026

Could these be the same man? These photos may both be of my great-grandfather. I’ve been exploring how AI can help compare what we can actually see — without replacing our judgement. One practical use of AI. Applied AI starts 17 Sept: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/applied-ai-f... #Genealogy #AI

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 23/08/2026

Researching Italian ancestors? 🇮🇹 Join Barbara Bombaci, JD, CG® for Comune and Chiesa, a 4-week live course exploring Italian civil & church records, Antenati, FamilySearch and more. Starts 15 Sept (EDT)/16 Sept (AEST). www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/unlocking-on... #Genealogy #ItalianGenealogy

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Comune and Chiesa: Unlocking Online Italian Town & Church Records - Family History Academy

Learn how to conduct Italian genealogy research using online town and church records in this step-by-step Family History Academy ancestry course.

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 20/08/2026

Ready to move beyond experimenting with AI? Join Steve Little & Mark Thompson for Applied AI for Family Historians—4 live modules on research, writing, photos & practical AI. Starts 17 Sept (18 Sept in AUS/NZ). www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/applied-ai-f... #Genealogy #AI #familyhistoryacademy

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Applied AI for Family Historians - Family History Academy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 26/07/2026

Join me next week as I chat with Jonny Perl, founder of DNA Painter, about DNA research, its origins and what’s next for genetic genealogy. Snapshot subscribers: Check your email for your link. Not subscribed? www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/snapshot-int... #FamilyHistoryAcademy #DNAPainter #DNA

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 04/07/2026

How do we recognise the gaps in our genealogy knowledge? Angela McGhie shares her thoughts in this highlight from our June Snapshot Interview. Recording available to SnapShot subscribers. #FamilyHistory #SnapshotInterviews Learn more & subscribe: familyhistoryacademy.com.au/snapshot-interviews/

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 22/06/2026

What makes a great genealogist? Join us on 26 June as Angela Packer McGhie, CG, President, Board for the Certification of Genealogists, shares insights on research, education and standards. www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/snapshot-int... #SnapshotInterviews #Genealogy #FamilyHistoryAcademy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 06/06/2026

Looking forward to this session next week. British military records have helped me trace ancestors across Ireland, India and Australia. I’ll be sharing practical strategies for finding and interpreting these fascinating records. #FamilyHistoryAcademy #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #MilitaryAncestors

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 22/08/2025

A huge thank you to Judy G. Russell for our August Snapshot Interview — thoughtful, engaging, and even featuring a cat cameo! 🐾 Recording available for subscribers. #snapshotinterviews #familyhistoryacademy #familyhistory Next up on 15 September: Dr Sophie Kay is in the hot seat — not to be missed.

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 22/08/2025

Take your genealogical writing to the next level with one of the profession’s most respected educators. In 9 sessions, Tom Jones shows you how to use Word’s advanced tools to create polished, professional documents. #familyhistoryacademy 👉 Info: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/masterclass-...

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 11/08/2025

21 Aug (22 Aug Aus/NZ): Snapshot Interview: Judy G. Russell, the Legal Genealogist. Law, genealogy, AI & beautiful cats! Exclusive for subscribers. More info: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/snapshot-int... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #LegalGenealogist #SnapShotInterview #familyhistoryacademy

Judy Russell's Snapshot Interview on 21 August at 7.30 PM Eastern US

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 30/07/2025

We all know Tom Jones is a brilliant teacher, but hearing more about his own journey in July’s Snapshot Interview was a real treat. His closing words really stuck with us — see the image. Thanks, Tom! Can’t wait for the September Masterclass. #genealogy #FamilyHistoryAcademy #SnapshotInterview

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 19/07/2025

Everyone deserves to know where they come from. Join DNA detective, Michelle Leonard @genealogylass.bsky.social, to learn how to uncover unknown parents and grandparents & solve DNA puzzles. Finding Unknown Parentage – Starts 14 August 🔗 www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/using-dna-to...

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 09/07/2025

Stuck trying to place your ancestor in time? This workshop series will change that. 📅 5. 12, 19 August (Eastern US) 🧭 Vital records, census strategies, directories & more 🎓 Taught by Annette Burke Lyttle 🎟️ www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/education-st... #GenealogyEducation #FamilyHistoryAcademy

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Locating Ancestors in Time and Place

=Develop skills to locate and interpret vital records, census returns, and a range of substitute sources that provide essential information about your family’s past

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 18/06/2025

Many thanks to Nathan Dylan Goodwin for a thoughtful and inspiring SnapShot conversation. His passion for his craft, and getting the details right, is what makes his stories so powerful. We’re looking forward to Morton’s next adventure! #snapshotinterviews #nathandylangoodwin #familyhistoryacademy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 11/06/2025

Not long now: Exploring Australian Land Records with Andrew Redfern & me! Learn to trace your ancestor’s land from first grant. We’ve also set up a new Facebook group for land record Q&A & tips👇 🔗 Join: www.facebook.com/groups/austr... 🎟 Course: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/exploring-Au...

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 08/06/2025

🎙️Coming next week on 16/17 June: A SnapShot Interview with genealogical crime author Nathan Dylan Goodwin! See how research fuels his fiction. Free to watch—just subscribe & register: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/snapshot-int... #Genealogy #CrimeFiction #familyhistoryacademy #nathandylangoodwin

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 14/05/2025

Many thanks to Steve Little & Mark Thompson for a brilliant SnapShot Interview—insightful, thought-provoking, and over far too quickly. One viewer called it “a great talk”—we agree! Replay available for SnapShot subscribers. #AI #Genealogy #SnapShotInterviews #FamilyHistoryAcademy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 05/05/2025

Huge thanks to Andrew Redfern for two brilliant digital toolkit sessions on 15 & 29 April (Eastern US)! 💡 Next up: Transforming Your Research with AI, with Andrew and Fiona Brooker. Don’t miss it! Details here: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/transforming... #FamilyHistoryAcademy #GenealogyAI

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 05/05/2025

Exploring the future of family history with AI? Join us for a lively 30 min SnapShot Interview with Mark Thompson & Steve Little—two of the sharpest minds in AI + genealogy. Subscribe/register at: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/snapshot-int... #FamilyHistory #AIForGenealogy #familyhistoryacademy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 21/03/2025

Sometimes being one of the first presentations at a conference #connections2025 is a good thing because then you get to relax for the next two days and enjoy all of the other fabulous sessions. I enjoyed talking about six Irish sisters who emigrated across the globe. #diaspora #familyhistory

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 15/03/2025

🎙️ Huge thanks to Blaine Bettinger for a fascinating #SnapshotInterview! From DNA myths to AI’s role in genealogy, Blaine shared his expertise with clarity and humour. Snapshot subscribers can watch the recording for 3 months! JOIN Paul Graham on 22 April! #FamilyHistoryAcademy #geneticgenealogy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 18/02/2025

Our first #SnapshotInterviews with Catherine Desmarais & Michael Ramage highlighted the rise of #ForensicGenealogy. Could you be an expert witness? Learn how to present findings in court & meet forensic standards in our upcoming course! ⚖️📚 More Info: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/forensic-gen...

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Forensic Genealogy: Becoming an Expert Witness

This workshop equips genealogists with the skills and confidence needed to serve as expert witnesses in legal cases. Participants will learn to navigate the legal requirements of multiple jurisdiction...

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 08/02/2025

Most genealogy societies publish a journal, magazine, or newsletter—sometimes all three! A skilled editor can elevate a publication and raise a society’s profile. 🔗 Find out more! www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/editing-gene... #Editing #GenealogyPublishing #FamilyHistory #GenealogyEducation

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 25/01/2025

Happy Australia Day! Today holds different meanings for many. Let’s reflect, celebrate, and honour First Nations peoples. Australia’s creativity has shaped the world—Wi-Fi, the black box, spray-on skin, and pavlovas (possibly shared with Kiwis!). #AustraliaDay #FirstNations #Innovation #Ingenuity

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 14/01/2025

Working on my #Connections2025 presentation about six Irish sisters and considering this washstand for inclusion. It belonged to my great-grandaunt, passed to her grandson, then to me. Needs restoring—tiles are stunning! Should I keep the timber dark? #heirloom #antiquerestoration #familyhistory

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 07/01/2025

My book arrived safely after weeks on the high seas (or skies). It is hefty (over 500 pages) but I already know it will be an exceptionally valuable resource when researching my Ulster ancestors. #genealogy #ulsterhistoricalfoundation #ancestordiscovery #familyhistory

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 04/01/2025

A busy start to 2025 with our first newsletter for the year and a new blog post! Not getting the newsletter? Sign up at familyhistory.academy and catch up on the blog too. With a fantastic lineup of educators, there’s something for everyone. #familyhistoryacademy #genealogy #familyhistoryeducation

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 31/12/2024

🐍 Happy New Year – Welcome to the Year of the Snake! Celebrate 2025 with wisdom, growth, and fresh opportunities. Shed old habits, learn something new, and connect deeply. Explore courses at Family History Academy: www.familyhistory.academy 🌳✨ #YearOfTheSnake #Genealogy #LearnGrowConnect

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 30/12/2024

Thrilled to be part of the #LegacyWebinars 2025 lineup! Choose from 173 classes taught by 132 speakers from 17 countries. + a new series - AI for Genealogists. Don’t miss this amazing educational opportunity! Register now: familytreewebinars.com/upcoming-web... #genealogy #familyhistoryeducation

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 25/12/2024

This is a terrific offer for Australians and if you have never read any of Nathan's books, then you are in for a treat. You can join in the SnapShot conversation with Nathan in June - see familyhistory.academy/snapshot-interviews/ getbook.at/Hollywood-eb... #NathanDylanGoodwin #genealogymysteries

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 23/12/2024

As 2024 winds down, thank you for being a part of Family History Academy. 🙏 Your support means a great deal to me. Wishing you joyful holidays, restful moments, and a chance to recharge. Here’s to a discovery-filled 2025! #familyhistoryacademy #happyholidays2024 #RenewAndRefresh

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 22/12/2024

No virtual options for major conferences in 2025? Genealogy deserves better. Hybrid/recorded options promote inclusion and innovation. It’s time for family history leaders to embrace forward-thinking approaches. #genealogy #VirtualLearning See: www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/virtual-acce...

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 17/12/2024

The final 2024 class for @familyhistory.academy is done – and what a terrific class it was! Huge thanks to Michelle Leonard (@genealogylass.bsky.social) for expertly delivering the Immersive DNA Case Studies Workshop. Looking forward to her three 2025 courses! #DNAEducation #genealogy #FamilyHistory

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 13/12/2024

Across from Terryhoogan, where my Pillar ancestors farmed, is Ballinabeck cemetery (Protestant) and Relicarn (Catholic). Found Isaac Sefton’s headstone; his daughter married Richard Pillar (my gg-grandmother’s brother) in 1853. They migrated to South Australia in 1855. #terryhoogan #pillarancestry

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 10/12/2024

The December #FamilyHistoryAcademy newsletter has been sent out! 🎉 You'll find course updates and an exciting announcement to close out the year. Not subscribed? Sign up now to stay inspired in 2025: familyhistory.academy 🚀 #Genealogy #FamilyHistoryAcademy #SnapShotInterviews #GenealogyEducation

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 08/12/2024

☕ Coffee + Genealogy Courses = Perfection! ☕ The 2025 Family History Academy lineup (Jan–June) is live! 🎉 From breaking brick walls to forensic genealogy, there’s something for everyone. 📅 Explore now: familyhistory.academy #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #GenealogyCourses #FamilyHistoryAcademy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 19/11/2024

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 18/11/2024

Remember when virtual learning was the 'new normal'? Well, it stuck for good reason! Real hugs beat virtual ones, but online classes let us do much more. Love your ideas & feedback on the classes you want—keep them coming. Let’s make 2025 great! #VirtualEducation #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #FHA2025

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 16/11/2024

Up at 12:30am ready for the 1am start of BCG’s ‘Putting Skills to Work’ with Karen Stanbary on ‘Writing About Genetic Evidence: Practice the Principles to Meet Genealogy Standards.’ My highlighters are already busy with more still to come! #BCGEducationFund #LearningJourney #GenealogyStandards #DNA

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Claire Bradley @cbgenealogy.ie · 15/11/2024

I don't know if #IrishNewspaperArchives are here yet but shout out for their excellent #BlackFriday offer - 50% off their annual sub. #GenHour #Genealogy

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 15/11/2024

I love beautiful wedding dresses, and this one is no exception. May (Mary Elizabeth) Delahunty, with her bridesmaid, on her 1933 wedding day. Her simple dress and cloche veil are stunning. The enormous bouquets? A bit much for today’s weddings! #weddingdress #1930sstyle #familyhistory #oldphotos

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 12/11/2024

📣 Last class of the year coming up with Michelle Leonard @genealogylass.bsky.social! While many are winding down, it’s my busiest time as I map out the 2025 course calendar for Family History Academy.There’s so much to look forward to! #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #Education #FHA2025 #LoveMyJob

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 12/11/2024

It took much reading of help files and lots of swearing before calling in the 'big guns' (aka the IT son) to help with changing my handle to familyhistory.academy. But it is now done and it WORKS!

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Cathie Sherwood @familyhistory.academy · 10/11/2024

This is my first post, so I thought I’d dive right in! 2025 will be Family History Academy’s 5th year, and I’m offering a free series with genealogy luminaries called The Snapshot Interviews. Who would you love to interview, and what questions would you ask? #snapshotinterviews #familyhistoryacademy

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