Pacific Island Guide to Family History Research

Introduction
Because Pacific Island family history is based largely on an oral tradition, it is important to apply indigenous methodologies to respectfully perform genealogy work. The methodology presented here is based on the successful genealogical experiences of other Pacific Islanders. Those who have shared their experiences are listed below in the Bibliography.

How to Use This Guide
It is important to note the steps listed below are generalizations for getting started on the basics on Pacific Island research. Pages are currently being made to explain the cultural differences that are essential to understand when doing genealogy work in each Pacific nation and culture.

Tips to Begin Genealogy Work

 * Tip 1: Create an objective
 * Tip 2: Organize your research by creating a plan
 * Tip 3: Keep a record of your work
 * Tip 4: Identify what you already know
 * Tip 5: Learn the history and customs of your culture
 * Tip 6: Speak with your family
 * Tip 7: Research written records
 * Tip 8: Share your discoveries

Table of Pacific Island Names


 * Cook Islands (Includes Rarotonga)
 * Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
 * Fiji
 * French Polynesia
 * Austral Islands
 * Gambier Islands
 * Marquesas Islands
 * Society Islands
 * Tuamotu Islands
 * Hawaii
 * Hawaii background and case study
 * Hawaii research helps
 * Micronesia
 * Federated States of Micronesia (FSM)
 * Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands
 * Kiribati (Gilbert Islands)
 * Marshall Islands
 * Nauru
 * Palau
 * New Caledonia
 * New Zealand Maori Customs and Background
 * New Zealand Maori research ideas
 * Niue [[Image:]]
 * Papua New Guinea
 * Samoa (Western and American)
 * Solomon Islands
 * Tokelau
 * Tonga
 * Tongan customs and research ideas
 * Tongan oral history
 * Register of Tongan Oral Histories
 * Tuvalu (Ellice Islands)
 * Vanuatu
 * Wallis and Futuna Islands

Pacific Island Guide Bibliography