Archival research
Search for historical records, vital registrations, census materials and other documentary traces of your ancestors.
✳ GENEALOGY · ARCHIVES · FAMILY HISTORY
Your family history
is waiting to be found.
A forgotten name. A place on an old map. A document that changes everything. We help trace family roots in Russia and Eastern Europe through archival evidence, across borders and generations.
✓Research grounded in historical sources✓An individual approach to every story
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A LIFE IN DOCUMENTS
Every clue opens another chapter.
A name
The first known trace
A place
A connection across borders
A record
A story begins to emerge
DISCOVER WHAT THE ARCHIVES MAY REVEAL
People✳Places✳Connections✳Generations
WHAT WE DO
Research that goes beyond a family tree.
We follow the evidence — across archives, languages and generations — to help answer the questions that matter to you.
Family history & ancestry
Reconstruct family lines, explore surnames and connect people, dates and places into a documented history.
Cross-border research
Explore family journeys shaped by migration, changing borders and historical events, especially connections to Eastern Europe.
Biographical & military records
Investigate individual life stories, service histories and historical circumstances where relevant sources are available.
OUR APPROACH
“Family history is not only about who came before us. It is about what their lives can still tell us.”
We believe a meaningful genealogy should distinguish documented facts from hypotheses, preserve source references and give historical context to the people behind the names.
Explore our Russian-language website Further information and services in RussianA SIMPLE BEGINNING
Every discovery starts with a question.
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Tell us what you know
Share a surname, a place, a family story or even a single document. You do not need a complete family tree to begin.
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We review the possibilities
We clarify the research question and discuss promising sources, likely limitations and a suitable scope of work.
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Follow the evidence
Research proceeds through available records. Findings are presented with source context, including uncertainties where they remain.
GOOD TO KNOW
Before we begin
Do I need to know exactly where my ancestors lived?
No. Even approximate dates, family names, old letters or places mentioned by relatives can be useful starting points. We will assess what can realistically be researched.
Can you research family roots across national borders?
Potentially, yes. Historical boundaries and modern archive systems can complicate a search. The feasibility of each project depends on the places, period and surviving records.
How much does a genealogical investigation cost?
Research projects vary in scope. Tell us what you would like to learn, and we can discuss possible work and pricing before any engagement.
LET’S BEGIN
The next chapter starts with a conversation.
Tell us the family names, locations or historical questions you are curious about. We will help identify a sensible place to start.
research@genostory.comWe welcome enquiries in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian. Please do not send sensitive identity documents in your first message.Request a genealogical research consultation
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