The "Kangas" Genealogy
Project
What is The Kangas Genealogy Project?
I (Stephen Kangas) am conducting an on-going genealogical research project
on the Kangas families of the world. Doing it purely for fun, I have
been at it for over 15 years and have accumulated over 1500 individuals
into The Kangas Genealogy Project database. Typically, the
database contains so-called "vital" statistics, such as first/last names,
birth dates, birth places, death dates, death places, and (most importantly)
relationship links between individuals. Often, additional information
in included, such as occupations, causes of death, education levels, places
of emigration/immigration, and contact information, is included.
What are some of the benefits?
In many cases, the Kangas Genealogy Project has "painted a picture"
of distinct Kangas family groups originating in Finland and immigrating
to certain areas of the USA, Canada, Sweden, and Australia. It is
interesting to see the movement and evolution of Kangas families over time.
There have been cases where Kangas relatives "discovered" each other
via the Kangas Genealogy Project; in other words, they didn't know about
family relationships with others in The Kangas Genealogy Project database
previously, but were linked to those relatives after submitting genealogy
information on their own families.
Some people visiting this web site find the idea of tracing their
"roots" or locating surprise relatives in other areas of the world interesting
and exciting, which can prompt them to embark on gathering information
and learning more about their own ancestral families...an enrichening experience.
Personally, I have traced my lineage back to Erik Kangaskokko, born
1748 in Piippola, Finland. As I look back in time at past ancestors,
it makes me curious what their lives were like...which has led me to learn
more about the history and cultures of the areas they lived in. Perhaps
you also will become interested in learning more about the culture,
history, and times of other areas of the world where you have Kangas relations,
as a result of exploring your ancestors and extended family.
What's a Kangas relative?
I'd like to hear from you if...
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Your last name is Kangas or
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Your maiden name is Kangas or
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Your mother's maiden name is Kangas or
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You know you have Kangas named ancestors
It's easy to participate!
In return for filling out the Kangas Genealogy Information
Form, you will be notified if and how you fit into any existing Kangas
family relationship charts or if you have any confirmed relationships to
other individuals in The Kangas Genealogy Project database. If you
provide an email address, you will be notified when this database becomes
available for accessing from the Internet for your own personal perusal
and enjoyment.
Kangas Genealogy Information Form ...Have
some fun! Fill out this form.
Communicate with other Kangas people on-line
Also, you may wish to participate in an on-line discussion forum, talking
about Kangas genealogy with other Kangas named or related people.
Check out the Kangas
Genealogy Discussion Forum .
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This page last updated on 25 February 2000.
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