1 Reply Latest reply on Jul 27, 2020 2:03 PM by Cara Jensen

Seeking Native American information for Martin Gibson

Mandi Childress Jul 23, 2020 5:47 PM

I'm looking for information on my gggg grandpa Martin Gibson, born 1776, Orange Co. NC. He also lived in KY as well. He married a Nelly/ Nellie, not sure of her surname. I would really like to find his tribal affiliation, and any information on his Native American background. Thank you.

Re: Seeking Native American information for Martin Gibson

Cara Jensen Jul 27, 2020 2:03 PM (in response to Mandi Childress)

Dear Ms. Childress,

Thank you for posting your request on History Hub!

For an overview on how to begin your research, we suggest that you review NARA’s Native American Heritage as well as the FamilySearch Research wiki for Indigenous Peoples of the United States Genealogy.

When embarking on Native American genealogy, please note that the records in the custody of NARA often only detail those living on the reservations or being administered by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. If an ancestor was native yet did not have interaction with the United States Government as such, they will not be recorded in NARA’s records and tracing their genealogy may be difficult.

We hope this is helpful. Best of luck with your family research!
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