I Have a Civil War Ancestor... Now What? explores the rich genealogical paper trail left by Civil War soldiers. This presentation will highlight what records are available at the National Archives, which resources can already be found online, and how to access them. These materials can help uncover forgotten family stories and may even help break through longstanding brick walls.

Brian Rhinehart is a professional genealogist, speaker, and owner of CivilWarRecords.com. A graduate of Boston University’s Certificate of Genealogical Research program and a regular researcher for Finding Your Roots, he specializes in Civil War and War of 1812 research at the National Archives in Washington, DC. A direct descendant of eight Civil War soldiers, Brian has retrieved military files for hundreds of clients.