Immigration part 1 - Colonial and Federal Era

Immigration research is one of the most rewarding parts of genealogy. It's breathtaking the first time you see your ancestor on a ship's manifest indicating their original hometown. The next thing you know, you'll be learning how to make pierogis or haggis. But what can you do when there is no ship's manifest? This week I look at early American immigration, and some records that can help you answer your questions.