| Author |
Crofton, Helen Augusta |
| LoC No. |
a11002207
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| Title |
How to Trace a Pedigree
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Elliot Stock,1911.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
First steps in pedigree-hunting -- Will-searching -- Published sources of information -- Miscellaneous MS. documents of value to the searcher -- How to make a family tree -- Additional notes on pedigree-hunting in London -- The pedigree-hunter in Ireland -- The pedigree-hunter in Scotland and the provinces -- The will-searcher in England -- An additional list of publications which may be useful when tracing a pedigree -- The pains and pleasures of pedigree-hunting -- How to save expense in pedigree-hunting -- Last words.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"How to Trace a Pedigree" by Helen Augusta Crofton is a genealogical guidebook written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a practical manual for amateur genealogists seeking to uncover their family histories by outlining the processes and resources necessary for tracing genealogical lines in the British Isles. Its concise and structured approach makes it ideal for beginners facing the complexities of pedigree research. In this book, Crofton provides a step-by-step guide to genealogical research, starting from the initial known facts about an individual's ancestry and progressing through various primary and secondary sources, such as wills, parish registers, and other historical documents. She emphasizes the importance of collecting and verifying information meticulously, using resources like libraries and archives in London, Ireland, and Scotland. The book also addresses the challenges that may arise in research, such as deciphering old documents and the potential costs involved in accessing genealogical information. Through her guidance, Crofton aims to empower readers to navigate the fascinating yet often daunting world of genealogy with confidence and curiosity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
CS: History: Genealogy
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| Subject |
Genealogy
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67600 |
| Release Date |
Mar 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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