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Everything you need to build your Korean family tree β clearly explained.
How to Trace Your Korean Ancestors with Jejeok Records
Korean government family registers (jejeok deungbon) let you verify ancestors back about 5 generations (to your great-great-grandparents). Learn what they are, how to request them, and how the jokbo extends further.
Bon-gwan, Pa & Hangnyeol β Korean Clan Names Explained
Understand the core concepts of Korean genealogy: bon-gwan (ancestral seat), pa (branch), and hangnyeol (generational name / dollimja), and how they organize a family tree.
Recording Adoption in a Korean Family Tree
Traditional Korean genealogy distinguishes yangja (adopted heir) and chulgye (adopted-out), plus modern adoption and foster ties. Learn how to record them correctly.
How to Make a Korean Family Tree Online (Free)
A step-by-step guide to building your Korean family tree online for free: add people, link parents/children/spouses, record bon-gwan and hangnyeol, export a PDF, and invite family.
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