Archive for Records
Census Records
Census Records can be a wonderful source of information for the Genealogist. For decades now, researchers have used these records in one format or another to learn the specifics of their ancestors.
From Microfilm to Online Access, these records provide a view into the past, that while interesting should never be considered 100% accurate. In the balance of this article, I hope to show you both the benefits of the census and the incompleteness they often provide.
Military Records
Military Records can be a fantastic source of information concerning an individual. There are many wonderful web sites that list all the addresses for obtaining records but for the sake of simplicity, I will provide you a link to the National Archives web site and their information concerning Military Records.
While you would think this should be a simple and easy process, I would like to tell you a recent experience, so that you can avoid some of the hassle that I had in obtaining some records. What should have been simple, turned into a 6 month chore.