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Church Records: Adams, Berks, and Lancaster Counties, Pennsylvania, 1729-1881
Before the extensive use of the civil registry of vital data, church documents, like those in this index, were among the finest sources of information on births, weddings, and funerals.
Researching Catholic Church Records in Brazil: A Window into Your Ancestors’ Lives
Picture this: you’re holding an old, weathered piece of paper. The ink is slightly faded, but the words are still legible. It’s a baptismal record from a small church in Brazil, dated over a hundred...
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Church Records: Substitutes for the 1890 US Federal Census
If you are looking for information that is missing from your family tree thanks to the missing 1890 US federal census, consider looking at church records. They can be a treasure trove of 1890s...
Researching Church Records in the U.S.
Have you ever looked at church records to find your ancestors? If not, you're missing out on a valuable genealogical resource. Here's what you need to know.
Maryland and Delaware, 1600s-1800s Church Records
These book indexes contain information on around 263,000 individuals, sourced mainly from churches in Maryland and Delaware. The records include details on births, baptisms, marriages, and burials...
Exploring Australian Church and School Records: Tracing Ancestry Through Local Institutions
When it comes to tracing family history, genealogists often turn to the usual suspects—census records, immigration documents, and land deeds. However, a wealth of information often goes unnoticed in...
Understanding Caste and Community Records in Indian Genealogy
India’s social structure, particularly the caste system, has long shaped family histories and relationships. For genealogists, understanding how caste and community records were kept and where to...
Tracing Your Ancestry Through Australia’s Census Records
Census records are among the most valuable resources for genealogists. They offer a snapshot of society at specific points in time, recording details that help us trace our ancestors’...
Reconstructing Family Trees After Natural Disasters: A Guide to Recovering Lost Records in the Philippines
The Philippines is no stranger to natural disasters, from typhoons to earthquakes, which have had devastating impacts on communities and their historical records. For genealogists, these events can...
Navigating Philippine Archives: A Guide to Finding Genealogical Records
For genealogists tracing Filipino ancestry, archives are treasure troves of valuable records that can help piece together family histories. From civil registrations to land records, the Philippine...
Modern Filipino Genealogy: Navigating Digital Records and Contemporary Resources
The modern era has significantly changed how genealogical research is conducted, especially in the Philippines. With the advent of digital records and online resources, tracing Filipino ancestry has...
Colonial Influence on Filipino Genealogy: Uncovering Records from Spanish, American, and Japanese Eras
The Philippines has a rich history shaped by various periods of foreign influence. The Spanish, American, and Japanese occupations left a significant mark on the country, not just politically and...
Colonial New Jersey Source Records, 1600s-1800s
Colonial New Jersey Source Records, 1600s-1800s” is a comprehensive database that serves as a valuable gateway to the history of colonial New Jersey. This unique collection references...