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''[[Mexico|Mexico]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Mexico_Genealogy|Genealogy]]'' | ''[[Mexico|Mexico]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Mexico_Genealogy|Genealogy]]'' | ||
The term genealogy is used in this article and in the | The term genealogy is used in this article and in the FamilySearch Catalog to describe a variety of records containing family information gathered by family members other researchers, societies, and archives. These records may include pedigree charts, family records, correspondence, ancestor lists, research exchange files, record abstracts, and collections of original or copied documents. These records can be excellent sources of information that can save you valuable time. Because they are compiled from several sources, the records must be carefully evaluated for accuracy. | ||
=== Major Collections and Databases === | === Major Collections and Databases === | ||
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'''Ancestral File.''' This file, which is part of FamilySearch, contains family history information, linked in family groups and pedigrees, that has been submitted to the Family History Library since 1979. As of 1992 the file contains the names of millions of persons, including thousands of Mexican families. Ancestral File can print pedigree charts, family group records, and individual summary sheets for any person in the file. | '''Ancestral File.''' This file, which is part of FamilySearch, contains family history information, linked in family groups and pedigrees, that has been submitted to the Family History Library since 1979. As of 1992 the file contains the names of millions of persons, including thousands of Mexican families. Ancestral File can print pedigree charts, family group records, and individual summary sheets for any person in the file. | ||
'''Family Group Records Collection.''' More than 8 million family group record forms have been microfilmed in the Family Group Records Collection. This includes many Mexican families. There are two major sections in this collection: the "Archive Section" and the "Patrons Section." The film numbers for both sections are listed in the "Author/Title" section of the | '''Family Group Records Collection.''' More than 8 million family group record forms have been microfilmed in the Family Group Records Collection. This includes many Mexican families. There are two major sections in this collection: the "Archive Section" and the "Patrons Section." The film numbers for both sections are listed in the "Author/Title" section of the FamilySearch Catalog under family group records collection. | ||
=== Family Histories === | === Family Histories === | ||
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Some Mexican families have produced histories that may include genealogical information, biographies, photographs, and other excellent information. These usually include several generations of the family. | Some Mexican families have produced histories that may include genealogical information, biographies, photographs, and other excellent information. These usually include several generations of the family. | ||
The Family History Library has a limited number of published Mexican family histories. Copies at the Family History Library are listed in the '''Surname Search''' of the | The Family History Library has a limited number of published Mexican family histories. Copies at the Family History Library are listed in the '''Surname Search''' of the FamilySearch Catalog. Not every name found in a family history will be listed in the catalog; only the major surnames discussed in the family history are included. | ||
=== Genealogical Collections === | === Genealogical Collections === | ||
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''Procesos del Santo Oficio de México, 1522–1820'' (Proceedings of the Holy Office of Mexico, 1522–1820). (FHL films 003797–0035109.) | ''Procesos del Santo Oficio de México, 1522–1820'' (Proceedings of the Holy Office of Mexico, 1522–1820). (FHL films 003797–0035109.) | ||
Genealogical collections are listed in the | Genealogical collections are listed in the FamilySearch Catalog under: | ||
MEXICO- GENEALOGY | MEXICO- GENEALOGY | ||