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Reference tools can help you find or understand genealogical records and the people in them. This includes information about— | Reference tools can help you find or understand genealogical records and the people in them. This includes information about— | ||
<br | '''''Places''''', such as: | ||
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* its name | |||
* the jurisdiction it is in | |||
* prior jurisdiction | |||
* a description of its location | |||
* a history of its development, industry, community leaders, and other information. | |||
'''''Records''''', including: | |||
* how to use the records about an ancestor | |||
* where the records are located and what they contain | |||
* where the person is found in the record | |||
* research procedures and sources for a specific locality or topic. | |||
'''''Other facts''''', such as: | |||
* the name, description and picture of an immigrant’s ship | |||
* the laws about or contents of naturalization records | |||
* how to read old handwriting | |||
* the meaning of obscure or out-dated words | |||
Reference tools include two categories: (1) background information, and (2) finding aids. | |||
=== '''Background Information''' === | |||
Background information helps you understand the settings in which records were created and the places, groups, or subjects used in family history research. In addition, they describe the circumstances of life in a particular place and time. Use background information when you need help selecting or using genealogical records. This category includes the record groups of— | |||
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== '''Helpful Guessing Skills''' == | == '''Helpful Guessing Skills''' == | ||