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== Introduction == | == Introduction == | ||
As you begin your research into a new country's records, you may find your task difficult and frustrating at first, but if you persist you will be rewarded. Beginning to do family history is like learning to do any other exercise: it takes time, study, patience and perseverance. You don’t know all the answers. Maybe you don’t know any answers, or even know what to ask so you can get an answer! Everyone starts at the same place. Be willing to ask questions. | |||
Your success in researching your Scottish family history will depend on a number of factors including: | Your success in researching your Scottish family history will depend on a number of factors including: | ||
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*How much you know specifically about your immigrant ancestor(s). | *How much you know specifically about your immigrant ancestor(s). | ||
To help you get started, we suggest you | To help you get started, we suggest you read the general article [[How to Guess Where to Start|How to Guess Where to Start]] and explore the various links on that page, then come back to this page to proceed. | ||
You may also want to read these two articles: | You may also want to read these two articles: | ||
*[ | *[https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/images/3/35/Finding_Records_of_Your_Ancestors_Scotland_1855_To_1901.pdf Finding Records of Your Ancestors: Scotland, 1855 to 1901] | ||
*[[ | *[[Finding_Your_Ancestors_in_Scotland_before_1855|Finding Your Ancestors in Scotland before 1855]] | ||
So, now you should have identified the following: | So, now you should have identified the following: | ||
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*''The Dictionary of Genealogy ''shows the genealogical usage for many terms, with the emphasis toward ecclesiastical matters. | *''The Dictionary of Genealogy ''shows the genealogical usage for many terms, with the emphasis toward ecclesiastical matters. | ||
Other reference sources are mentioned in the Read More section below. You may find that two books are similar, but slightly different in their context. All of these dictionaries are available at the [ | Other reference sources are mentioned in the Read More section below. You may find that two books are similar, but slightly different in their context. All of these dictionaries are available at the [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/Library/FHLC/frameset_fhlc.asp Family History Library] and may be available at other libraries near you. | ||
It's important to start learning the definitions of new words, since the exercise will aid you in getting more involved in your research. Today you may be unsure about the definition of 'christening' or 'census,' but later your list may include words like 'heritor', 'reeve', and 'gaol'. Learning these new terms can be like learning a new language. | It's important to start learning the definitions of new words, since the exercise will aid you in getting more involved in your research. Today you may be unsure about the definition of 'christening' or 'census,' but later your list may include words like 'heritor', 'reeve', and 'gaol'. Learning these new terms can be like learning a new language. | ||
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For more information, go to the [[Scotland Glossary of Genealogical Terms|Glossary of Terms]]. | For more information, go to the [[Scotland Glossary of Genealogical Terms|Glossary of Terms]]. | ||
Another source for definitions of terms is the Glossary available online on the [ | Another source for definitions of terms is the Glossary available online on the [http://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/content/help/index.aspx?r=551&429 ScotlandsPeople] website. | ||
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== Use a Handbook <br> == | == Use a Handbook <br> == | ||
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A 'handbook' is a narrative explanation about how to conduct research, how to understand a given set of records, a summary of what records are available in a specific place, or a combination of all three. Reading a handbook is similar to taking a class--it helps you to learn more. | A 'handbook' is a narrative explanation about how to conduct research, how to understand a given set of records, a summary of what records are available in a specific place, or a combination of all three. Reading a handbook is similar to taking a class--it helps you to learn more. | ||
Handbooks that discuss records are most helpful when they tell the time period in which the record existed, the content and value to a researcher, and where the record is currently housed. You will find a list of suggested handbooks in the Read More section below. | Handbooks that discuss records are most helpful when they tell the time period in which the record existed, the content and value to a researcher, and where the record is currently housed. You will find a list of suggested handbooks in the Read More section below. | ||
== The Internet == | == The Internet == | ||
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A family history society is an organization for individuals interested in family history and genealogy. These societies are for beginners as well as more experienced researchers. Individuals pay a modest membership fee to join and in return can go to meetings, receive a quarterly journal (magazine) and get involved in indexing projects, in addition to doing their own research. Members have the opportunity to share their research successes and roadblocks and to receive suggestions and assistance. Most societies publish the indexes they prepare, and make them available for anyone to purchase. You do not have to live in the area of the society's interest or location to join, and you do not have to join to benefit from their services and publications. The Family History Library collects the publications of family history societies. | A family history society is an organization for individuals interested in family history and genealogy. These societies are for beginners as well as more experienced researchers. Individuals pay a modest membership fee to join and in return can go to meetings, receive a quarterly journal (magazine) and get involved in indexing projects, in addition to doing their own research. Members have the opportunity to share their research successes and roadblocks and to receive suggestions and assistance. Most societies publish the indexes they prepare, and make them available for anyone to purchase. You do not have to live in the area of the society's interest or location to join, and you do not have to join to benefit from their services and publications. The Family History Library collects the publications of family history societies. | ||
In Scotland, every county has a family history society. To find a society for your region of interest, go online to the website of the [http://www.safhs.org.uk/ Scottish Association of Family History Societies], and look in the 'Membership Lists.' In addition, links to other genealogical societies are found on the [ | In Scotland, every county has a family history society. To find a society for your region of interest, go online to the website of the [http://www.safhs.org.uk/ Scottish Association of Family History Societies], and look in the 'Membership Lists.' In addition, links to other genealogical societies are found on the [http://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/content/help/index.aspx?r=551&963 ScotlandsPeople] website. | ||
== Basic Records == | == Basic Records == | ||
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*[[Scotland Civil Registration- Vital Records|Civil Registration]] - government records of births, deaths, and marriages, beginning in 1855. | *[[Scotland Civil Registration- Vital Records|Civil Registration]] - government records of births, deaths, and marriages, beginning in 1855. | ||
*[[Scotland Census|Census records]] - a list of people who lived in a household on a specific night, taken every ten years beginning in 1841. | *[[Scotland Census|Census records]] - a list of people who lived in a household on a specific night, taken every ten years beginning in 1841. | ||
*[ | *[https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/Scotland_Church_Records Church records] - registers of ecclesiastical ordinances of baptism, marriage and burial, beginning in the 1500's. | ||
*[[Scotland Probate Records|Probate records]] - a written statement of a deceased person’s wishes regarding the disposal of his or her property. | *[[Scotland Probate Records|Probate records]] - a written statement of a deceased person’s wishes regarding the disposal of his or her property. | ||
These are the records that provide the information most family history researchers seek, and they are easily accessible. | These are the records that provide the information most family history researchers seek, and they are easily accessible. | ||
In addition, there are many other record types of value for family history research. To learn more about other record types, see [[Scotland | In addition, there are many other record types of value for family history research. To learn more about other record types, see the [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/Search/Rg/frameset_rg.asp?Dest=G1&Aid=&Gid=&Lid=&Sid=&Did=&Juris1=&Event=&Year=&Gloss=&Sub=&Tab=&Entry=&Guide=Scotland.ASP Scotland Research Outline]. Also, on the main [https://wiki.familysearch.org/en/Portal:Scotland Scotland] page in this wiki, click on the links for the various topics. | ||
As you proceed to the [[Scotland Strategies for Locating Births, Marriages and Deaths|Research Strategies]] pages, you will learn how to use the records to find your ancestors. | As you proceed to the [[Scotland Strategies for Locating Births, Marriages and Deaths|Research Strategies]] pages, you will learn how to use the records to find your ancestors. | ||
== Read More <br> == | == Read More <br> == | ||
These sources are all available at the Family History Library and may be available at other libraries near you. | |||
Cory, Kathleen B. ''Tracing Your Scottish Ancestry'', ed. 3. Genealogical Publishing Co.: Baltimore, 2004. FHL book 941 D27c. | |||
Hamilton-Edwards, Gerald. ''In Search of Scottish Ancestry''. Phillimore & Co. LTD: London, 1972. FHL book 941 D27ham. | |||
Herber, Mark D. ''Ancestral Trails: the complete guide to British genealogy and family history'', ed. 2. Sutton Publishing: London, 1998. FHL book 942 D27hm. | |||
Irvine, Sherry. ''Scottish Ancestry: research methods for family historians,'' ed<span id="fck_dom_range_temp_1216401117324_845" />. 3. Ancestry: Provo, Utah, 2003. FHL book 941 D27ir. | |||
Moody, David. ''Scottish Family History''. B.T. Batsford: London, 1988. FHL book 941 D27md. | |||
Sinclair, Cecil. ''Tracing Your Scottish Ancestors: a guide to ancestry research in the Scottish Record Office''. HMSO: Edinburgh, 1990. FHL book 941 D27s. | |||
These sources are all available at the Family History Library and may be available at other libraries near you. | These sources are all available at the Family History Library and may be available at other libraries near you. | ||