2026-01-23    Discovering Your Ancestor's Home Town: Knowing where to look and what records to search can make a big difference in tracking down your immigrant ancestor. As explained in this article by Family Tree Advice, you can find essential clues in ship manifests, draft registration cards, naturalization papers, and passport applications. The article provides helpful screenshots and examples of ancestor discoveries using these techniques. See also Immigration: Starting in the Vault. (See all tips.)