These give tips on how to start doing family history work and they point to other database search engines that could be as useful. Cemetery search (list of more than 8,000 cemeteries around the globe)- African-American searchers have a separate search engine for their cemeteries. USA search (indexes for last names, cemetery, census, SSDI, immigration, military and land records). Free family history sites Here are a few sites worth checking. Be sure to compare if you're serious about your family tree, since sites offer different services and different access levels. You could have a better deal with another site if you look hard enough. Ancestry World Tree Began as RootsWeb World Connect in 1996, this site is probably has the largest database of family names in the internet, with more than 250,000 entries. Those who are unable to get that much information can try checking the online death record index or Social Security Index. After searching for a while, the individual will be able to get some vital information such as the relative s name, social security number and last known address. Another place to get help in the family history search, which is still, is from the census bureau. More good news useful tips and classes on genealogical search are also offered free of charge! Some online classes include guide to genealogical research for beginners, advice for more effective searches, preparation of genealogical history to be published, and guide in searching indexes on family trees. There are several sites that offer free genealogy. Here is a short list that you could look through and consider in starting your own family tree : Perhaps the group of people that is most interested in searching for their kindred dead is the Latter-day Saints. They believe that genealogical work is a part of man s salvation. These items are generally available for use inside the library premises. Do not be afraid to ask for assistance from the library staff that are on every floor of the family history library. They are basically there in order to help you search, not to specifically find the info you need. All in all, the LDS family history library is the best place to find what you are looking for in terms of your genealogical search.