Genealogy...where to start?

[Kilted Sapper]

I also have found that if you use coat of arms searches that you can usually narrow your search to your heraldry.

[macwilkin]

I also have found that if you use coat of arms searches that you can usually narrow your search to your heraldry.

If you are referring to the so-called family histories that come with "family crests" from "bucket shop" heraldry places, I would advise you to proceed with caution. Remember, arms in Scottish heraldy belong to individuals and not surnames.

Todd

[gilmore]

Beware. Most of the info provided with "family" coats of arms is bogus, or if true, not relevant to anyone other than the person granted the arms.