ROOT & GENEALOGYThe connections that span generationsFind the place of departure and arrival first. Borders, place names and administrations change: identify the jurisdiction at the date of the event.
The right repository depends on the place and authority at the event date. Municipality, parish and district can cover different areas. Identify the place before expanding surname searches.
Read the guide ↗Reconstruct migration by linking departure, transit and settlement events. One passenger list is not enough to identify a person.
Read the guide ↗A surname does not establish geographical origin or kinship. Its spelling can change with the clerk, language and period.
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