Take your research further with our advice, info and inspiration:

• The family history revolution Janet Few reflects on the past and the future of our favourite pursuit
• What's heraldry ever done for us? Chris Broom's enthusiasm for this historic topic is more than a little infectious!
• Tracing your holocaust ancestors Simon Fowler looks at the resources to help trace family impacted
• A guide to the census Family Tree Academy tutor David Annal gives a useful overview of this most useful of resources – with challenges to you to try at home!
• Scotland's 1921 Census now online for you Chris Paton explores the latest census to be released online.
• Love tokens Charlotte Soares indulges in a spot of romantic history
• What's new at Ancestry? Literally millions of new records

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And all your regular favourites:

• Family history news Rachel Bellerby reports on the latest from the genealogy scene
• Dear Paul This issue Paul Chiddicks looks at wonderful family heirlooms
• DNA Workshop DNA Advisor Karen Evans reminds us that no question is too daft, and steps up once again to help a reader
• Genealogy Gadgets Readers share their family history gadget favourites
• Twiglets Oh so close: Gill Shaw finds herself staring at a torn document...
• Spotlight on... The Family Historian User Group
• Books Latest history-inspired reads to enjoy
• Photo corner Photo-dating expert Jayne Shrimpton advises
• Your Q&As Readers conundrums considered
• Diary Dates Events to look forward to in February
• Your letters Readers have their say
• Thoughts on...Diane Lindsay's genealogical ponderings.