History of my grandfather

Can you name all eight of your great-grandparents? Do you know what they did for a living? How about where they lived?

History of my grandfather

Recent research has revealed that over five million of us know nothing about our great-grandparents.

Although most people know a lot about their grandparents, just 10% of Brits know basic details about their great-grandparents, such as their names, birthplaces, and occupations.

Start your family tree

News of this generational knowledge gap is worrying - it reminds us of the importance of researching and preserving the stories of our forebears. With a wealth of historical records and newspaper pages at your fingertips, there's never been a better time to begin researching your great-grandparents.

This simple guide will help you learn who your great-grandparents were and give you insight into their lives.

1. Make notes

First, make a list of your parents' and grandparents' nam