Cant understand why?

Question:

Cant understand why?

I have been researching my family history on line. i have had no problems finding one side of the family but the other is a different matter. i can only find details of my grandads death and i cant understand why i cant find anything out about his birth. i have tried genesreunited and ansestery etc but still no luck. anyone know any good sites that are free to search bmd that actually work and give you what you are looking for?? also is there any sites where you can look up adoption records??

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: In the details: Do you know where he died?
His death certificate might hold some clues for you.
Are there newpaper articles (obits even) about his death?
Also try typing his name into the search engines, followed by any details you have (such as year). Two of mine were located by requesting a "delayed birth record" for each, for school enrollment. I had to locate them in "time" and "place" first.

About the adoption. I think all records regarding medical information have to be made available. Look for court records with the adoption parents names, in the location where the adoption took place (which is rarely far away from the birth location). Then, pose another question in Yahoo Answers, with specifics, requesting some "look-ups."

Be mindful in the joy of the journey.