Resources and Research Tools
- The Yizkor Book Project aims to translate Yizkor (memorial) books, predominantly written after the Holocaust, into English. There are currently hundreds of completed or partially completed translated books online.
- The KehilaLinks Project aims to create “virtual” Yizkor Books online, by creating specific pages for towns and uploading information such as pictures, maps, personal recollections, and research data.
- The Family Pages Project allows family researchers to create their own webpage for free in order to help connect with relatives and learn about their history.
- The ViewMate Project allow users to post photographs and documents online, and request help in translating or identifying information.
- Discussion Groups provide researchers with the opportunity to connect, ask questions, exchange information and learn from others. Discussion groups are categorized by general and specific areas/topics of interest.
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