Marriage Index: District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, 1740-1920
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This data set contains information on approximately
250,000 individuals who were married between
1740 and 1920 in select Mid-Atlantic states. Marriage
indexes can save you research time by telling you
that a particular marriage record containing your
ancestor's name exists. With the information provided,
you may be able to find a newspaper announcement,
which may provide more details about the bride, groom,
and their families.
Once you have the details provided by the marriage index
on this resource, you may be able to contact the county
in which the marriage took place to request a copy of the
original marriage record. Original marriage records can
often provide you with more information, such as the
names and birthplaces of the bride's and groom's parents,
addresses of the bride and groom, information about
previous marriages, and witnesses' names.
Listings Include:
- Full names of both spouses.
- Date of the marriage.
- Township in which the marriage was recorded.
- Location of the Family History Library microfilm, microfiche, or book referencing the marriage.
