Mark Rabideau: Professional Genealogy Expertise & Profile
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Mark Rabideau is a seasoned professional genealogist with over three decades of hands-on experience, specializing in complex European and New World research problems. His work is characterized by a rigorous, source-driven methodology and a pioneering approach to incorporating modern technology into historical research.
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I. Specialized Research Focus
Mark's core expertise lies in high-stakes and historically complex areas, requiring deep language, archival, and geographical knowledge.
- Holocaust/Shoah Research: Expert-level proficiency in tracing victims, survivors, and family lines impacted by the Holocaust and the Jewish Diaspora.
- Eastern European German Diaspora & Prussia: Recognized authority on locating and interpreting records from the former German Eastern Provinces, including:
- West Prussia, East Prussia, Silesia, and Pomerania.
- Maintaining one of the Internet's largest individually managed archives of Prussian source documentation (maps, histories, guidance, and primary records).
- Nouvelle France (New France): In-depth knowledge of French-Canadian pioneer families, early Quebec settlement, and Filles du Roi/Filles Ă Marier lineages.
- European Amish-Mennonite History: Specialized tracing of Swiss, French, and Prussian Amish-Mennonite communities.
- North American Research: Strong proficiency in New England, New York, and South Eastern Iowa records and migratory patterns.
II. Methodological and Archival Authority
The Digital Frontier of Genealogy
- AI Technology Application: Pioneer and expert instructor in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies to resolve complex genealogical and historical research problems.
- Future-Proofing: Dedicated expert in archival continuity, file format longevity, and future-proofing digital family history collections (see: Future Proofing Genealogy.
Published & Platform Development
- Author & Contributor: Author of hundreds of published articles, tutorials, and guides on genealogical techniques and specialized research topics.
- Web Platform Management: Creator and principal architect of multiple internet-based genealogical resource sites, including robust support pages for Prussian, Holocaust, and German research.
III. Genealogical Speaking Engagements
Mark is a frequent guest lecturer and speaker at genealogical societies, conferences, and educational institutions across the United States, presenting on topics ranging from European archives to the application of new technologies.
| State | Societies & Institutions (Partial List) |
|---|---|
| Colorado | Adams County, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Colorado Genealogical Society, Front Range, Highlands Ranch, Larimer County, Longmont, Mountain, Parker, Pikes Peak, Pueblo County Genealogical Societies. |
| National | Colorado Chapter of the Palatines to America |
| Minnesota | Shepard of the Valley Genealogy (Apple Valley, MN) |
| Washington | Heritage Eagle Bend (Seattle, WA) Genealogy Club |
| LDS | Parker (Colorado) LDS Family History Center |
For Mark's full professional career biography, please refer to his profile on LinkedIn.
Credits and Licensing
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