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I have been involved in Family History research since I arrived in the UK over 30 years ago and am particularly interested in the reasons 'why' and 'how' ancestors emigrated and the journeys they took.

From examples in My Story section, you will see how I uncovered my ancestors’ roots and followed their routes to new destinations and new lives. My ancestors came from Scotland, Orkney Isles, England and Northern Ireland and primarily journeyed to New Zealand in the 19th and 20th centuries.

I began researching and writing factual stories of interesting ancestors but I now also enjoy writing semi - fictional accounts which inspire the imagination and add the small details often not possible with non fiction to bring a story to life.

Discovering the journeys and stories of your ancestors takes:

Patience, detailed on line research, cross referencing records, lateral thinking when road blocks are hit, building a time-line, telling their Story. Visiting the places ancestors came from, for local information and scene setting is also invaluable.

If I can help you with any of the above or you have a specialised request, as I live in the UK, then please contact me.

Bo Harris

Member SOG, NZ Society of Genealogists, Fife FHS, Orkney FHS, ACIM, FIBMS

Name of Ancestor

First Name

Last Name

How is this person related to you

Did they have any brothers or sisters, do you know their names

Date ancestor Born, and where

Date Died and where

Date Married, to whom and where

Where worked UK

Did they have any children, do you know their names

Military service, what War, Regiment and for how long

Date left the UK and reason why

Departure Port

Name of ship

Arrival Port e.g. New Zealand or Australia

Where lived e.g. New Zealand or Australia

Where worked e.g. New Zealand or Australia

Further information that may help

Your contact details

Your email Address

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