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==3. Records at the FamilySearch Library== | ==3. Records at the FamilySearch Library== | ||
Some records are available here but check back from time to time as more will be added. | Some records are available here but check back from time to time as more will be added. | ||
{{Block indent|1=a. Click on [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=1927098&query=%2Bplace%3A%22Mauritius%22 '''the Places within Mauritius drop-down menu''']] and select your town.|2=3}} | |||
{{Block indent|b. Click on the '''"Church records"''' topic. Click on the blue links to specific record titles.|3}} | |||
{{Block indent|c. Choose the correct '''record type and time period''' for your ancestor. |3}} | |||
{{Block indent|d. Some combination of these icons will appear at the far right of the microfilm listed for the record. [[File:FHL icons.png|75px]]. The magnifying glass indicates that the microfilm is indexed. Clicking on the magnifying glass will take you to the index. Clicking on the camera will take you to an online digital copy of the microfilm. |3}} | |||
==4. National Library Republic of Mauritius== | ==4. National Library Republic of Mauritius== | ||
*[http://national-library.govmu.org/English/Pages/default.aspx '''National Library Republic of Mauritius'''] The library houses one of the richest and most comprehensive collection of Mauritiana materials. The collection of newspapers dates back to 1777.<br><br> | *[http://national-library.govmu.org/English/Pages/default.aspx '''National Library Republic of Mauritius'''] The library houses one of the richest and most comprehensive collection of Mauritiana materials. The collection of newspapers dates back to 1777.<br><br> | ||
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==Learning to Read Enough French to Do Genealogy - Many Records in Mauritius are in French== | ==Learning to Read Enough French to Do Genealogy - Many Records in Mauritius are in French== | ||
*It's easier than you think! You do not have to be fluent in French to use these records, as there is only a limited vocabulary used in them. By learning a few key phrases, you will be able to read them adequately. Here are some resources for learning to read French records. | *It's easier than you think! You do not have to be fluent in French to use these records, as there is only a limited vocabulary used in them. By learning a few key phrases, you will be able to read them adequately. Here are some resources for learning to read French records. | ||
{{Block indent|[[French Genealogical Word List|French Genealogical Word List]] |3}} | |||
{{Block indent|[[French Handwriting|French Handwriting]]. |3}} | |||
[[Category:Mauritius]][[Category:Research Tips and Strategies]] | [[Category:Mauritius]][[Category:Research Tips and Strategies]] | ||
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