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Online requests available using the Registrar General's Department, [https://www.rgd.gov.jm/index.php/genealogical-application-form Genealogical Application Form]. | Online requests available using the Registrar General's Department, [https://www.rgd.gov.jm/index.php/genealogical-application-form Genealogical Application Form]. | ||
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Civil Registration started in 1878 though in isolated districts, it started as much as five years later. Each parish was assigned a letter by the Registrar General, omitting J. Parishes are subdivided into registration districts. Districts continue to be added as the population grows. | Civil Registration started in 1878 though in isolated districts, it started as much as five years later. Each parish was assigned a letter by the Registrar General, omitting J. Parishes are subdivided into registration districts. Districts continue to be added as the population grows. | ||
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