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== Title in the Language of the Records ==
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|  link4 =
Deutschland, Westfalen, Minden Bürgerrollen  
|  link5 = [[Westphalia, Germany Genealogy|Westphalia]]
 
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== Record Description  ==
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This collection of records from the city of Minden includes index and images of citizenship rolls and naturalization for the years 1574 to 1850, population registers for the years 1882-1902, and census records that enumerated citizens for the years 1880-1900.
| title = Germany, Prussia, Westphalia, Minden, Miscellaneous Collections from the Municipal Archives, 1574-1912
 
| location = Minden (Westphalia)
This collection of records from the city of Minden includes index and images of citizenship rolls, population registers, and census records that enumerated citizens over three centuries,&nbsp;1574-1902. The information is handwritten horizontally through both pages of columns filling in the information as in a ledger type format. These records are in German/Gothic.
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| LOC_02 = Westphalia
To keep a record of their population, household heads were called to assemble at the local civil office, almost yearly, to provide their personal information, which was counted as a basic unit. This listing is called “volkszahlung”, local population census.
| LOC_03 = Minden
 
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They also kept a similar register listing all the citizens that moved away to other localities. This register was called “abmeldungen”, relocation list of their citizens or cancellation list from the citizenship roll of that locality.
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These procedures were not enforced, but head of households were admonished to do so. Therefore, these records may not cover the entire population.  
| record_type = Miscellaneous Records
 
| start_year = 1574
The original records are preserved at the German State Archives in Schwerin. The Family History Library has copies on microfilm also.  
| end_year = 1912
 
| language = [[German Languages|German]]
For a list of records by date or locality currently published in this collection, select the [https://familysearch.org/search/image/index#uri=https%3A//api.familysearch.org/records/collection/1646446/waypoints Browse] link from the collection landing page.  
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The census was taken to assess military and taxation capacity, as well as for religious, occupational, and language background.
| FS_URL_02 = [[Germany Research Tips and Strategies]]
 
| FS_URL_03 = [[Germany Church Records]]
This census collection is a reliable source of information for genealogical purposes; however, it is dependent upon the knowledge of the informant and the way it was written by the civil officer.
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=== Citations for This Collection ===
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The following citation refers to the original source of the information published in FamilySearch.org Historical Record collections. Sources include the author, custodian, publisher, and archive for the original records.<br>
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{{Collection citation | text= "Germany, Westfalen, Minden Citizen Lists, 1574-1902" Index and Images. <i>FamilySearch</i>. http://FamilySearch.org : accessed 2013. Citing Kommunalarchiv Minden.}}
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| RW_URL_03 = [http://www.ekd.de/english/ Evangelical Church in Germany]
| RW_URL_04 = [http://adressbuecher.genealogy.net/ Historic Address books: Search]
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== What is in This Collection? ==                
This collection of records from the city of Minden includes index & images of citizenship rolls and naturalization for the years 1574 to 1902, population registers for the years 1574-1902, and census records that enumerated citizens for the years 1574-1902.


This collection of records from the city of Minden includes index & images of citizenship rolls, population registers, and census records that enumerated citizens over three centuries, 1574-1902.  Original records are located in the Kommunalarchiv in Minden. The information is handwritten horizontally through both pages of columns filling in the information as in a ledger type format. These records are written in [[German Word List|German]]. 
[[Germany, Westfalen, Minden Citizen Lists (FamilySearch Historical Records)#Citation_Example_for_a_Record_Found_in_This_Collection|Suggested citation format for a record in this collection.]]  


To keep a record of their population, household heads were called to assemble at the local civil office, almost yearly, to provide their personal information, which was counted as a basic unit. This listing is called “volkszahlung”, local population census. They also kept a similar register listing all the citizens that moved away to other localities. This register was called “abmeldungen”, relocation list of their citizens or cancellation list from the citizenship roll of that locality. These procedures were not enforced, but head of households were admonished to do so. Therefore, these records may not cover the entire population.  
== Record Content ==


The census was taken to assess military and taxation capacity, as well as for religious, occupational, and language background. This census collection is a reliable source of information for genealogical purposes; however, it is dependent upon the knowledge of the informant and the way it was written by the civil officer.
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</gallery> '''Local population census records usually contain the following information:'''


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*Address  
=== Index and Image Visibility ===
*Full name  
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*Occupation  
=== Reading These Records ===
*Birth date  
These records are written in German. For help reading them see:
*Religion  
*[[German Language and Languages]]
*Birth place
*[[German Genealogical Word List]]
*[[Germany Handwriting|German Handwriting Samples]]
*FamilySearch Learning Center videos:
**[https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/german-paleography-seminar-introduction German Paleography Seminar]
=== To Browse This Collection ===
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== What Can These Records Tell Me? ==
The following information may be found in these records:
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*Address
*Full name
*Occupation
*Birth date
*Religion
*Birthplace 
*Nationality
*Nationality
== How to Use the Record  ==
Fill in the requested information in the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the ancestors in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to find your ancestor.
As you are searching it is helpful to know such information as your ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as your ancestor and that your ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times.
Search the Collection <br> To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links: <br> ⇒Select "Browse" link in the initial search page <br> ⇒Select "Record type" category which takes you to the images. <br>
Search the collection by image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine which one is your ancestor. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to make this determination.
Next to parish registers, census records provide good family information, which could be used to research in other vital records. You must know how to read German Gothic script. You also need to know at least the name of your ancestor and the approximate place of residence at the time of the census.
==== For Help Reading These Records ====
These records are in German-Gothic. For help reading the records, see the following wiki articles:
*[[German Word List]] <br>
*[[Deciphering German Script (Kurrentschrift)]]
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== Collection Content ==
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Image:Minden Westfalen Germany Citizen Roll (Bürgerroll) DGS 4407220 398.jpg|1799 Census
== Related Wiki Articles  ==
Image:Minden Westfalen Germany Citizens Acceptance (Bürgeraufnahmen) DGS 4407220 606 .jpg|1648 Citizenship Acceptance
 
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*[[Germany|Germany]]
==How Do I Search This Collection? ==  
*[[Germany Census]]
It is helpful to know:
*[[German Census Records|German Census Records]]
*Your ancestor's name
 
*Residence
== Contributions to This Article  ==
*Age or birth date
 
*Names of family members
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=== Search the Index ===
 
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== Citing FamilySearch Historical Collections ==
=== View the Images ===
 
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Citations for individual image records are available for this collection. Browse through images in this collection and click on the "Show Citation" box: [https://familysearch.org/search/image/index#uri=https://familysearch.org/records/collection/1646446/waypoints Germany, Westfalen, Minden Citizen Lists, 1574-1902]
{{HR Tip|More images are available in the FamilySearch Catalog {{FSC|1646446|item|disp= Germany, Prussia, Westphalia, Minden, Miscellaneous Collections From the Municipal Archives, 1574-1902}}. Some catalog records link to multiple references. In this case, click on a reference to find a camera icon to see images.}}
 
=== How Do I Analyze the Results? ===
When you copy information from a record, you should list where you found the information. This will help you or others to find the record again. It is also good to keep track of records where you did not find information, including the names of the people you looked for in the records.  
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log |research log]].
 
== What Do I Do Next? ==
<br>
=== I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? ===
*Add any new information to your records               
*Use the age to find an approximate birth year to begin your search in church or civil records 
*Continue to search the records to identify children, siblings, parents, and other relatives who may have moved, been recruited or lived nearby
*[[Germany Church Records|Church Records]] often were kept years before government records were required
===I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?===                   
*Consult the [[Germany Record Finder]] to find other records
*Switch to a different record collection. Depending on the time period, either German Civil Registration records or German Church records may be more useful                       
*While searching, it is helpful to know such information as the ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as an ancestor and that the ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times               
*Keep in mind that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name               
*Standard spelling of names typically did not exist during the periods our ancestors lived in. Try variations of your ancestor’s name while searching the index or browsing through images. Pay special attention to how the name should have been pronounced and try variations on the pronunciation
*Search the indexes and records of [[Germany Societies|local genealogical societies]]
=== Research Helps ===
The following articles will help you research your family in [[Germany Genealogy|Germany]].
* [[Germany Research Tips and Strategies]]
* [[Germany Record Finder]]
== Citing This Collection ==
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
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Title in the Language of the Records[edit | edit source]

Deutschland, Westfalen, Minden Bürgerrollen

Record Description[edit | edit source]

This collection of records from the city of Minden includes index and images of citizenship rolls and naturalization for the years 1574 to 1850, population registers for the years 1882-1902, and census records that enumerated citizens for the years 1880-1900.

This collection of records from the city of Minden includes index and images of citizenship rolls, population registers, and census records that enumerated citizens over three centuries, 1574-1902. The information is handwritten horizontally through both pages of columns filling in the information as in a ledger type format. These records are in German/Gothic.

To keep a record of their population, household heads were called to assemble at the local civil office, almost yearly, to provide their personal information, which was counted as a basic unit. This listing is called “volkszahlung”, local population census.

They also kept a similar register listing all the citizens that moved away to other localities. This register was called “abmeldungen”, relocation list of their citizens or cancellation list from the citizenship roll of that locality.

These procedures were not enforced, but head of households were admonished to do so. Therefore, these records may not cover the entire population.

The original records are preserved at the German State Archives in Schwerin. The Family History Library has copies on microfilm also.

For a list of records by date or locality currently published in this collection, select the Browse link from the collection landing page.

The census was taken to assess military and taxation capacity, as well as for religious, occupational, and language background.

This census collection is a reliable source of information for genealogical purposes; however, it is dependent upon the knowledge of the informant and the way it was written by the civil officer.

Citations for This Collection[edit | edit source]

The following citation refers to the original source of the information published in FamilySearch.org Historical Record collections. Sources include the author, custodian, publisher, and archive for the original records.

Collection Citation:
The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Cite This Collection.

Suggested citation format for a record in this collection.

Record Content[edit | edit source]

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You can help by adding an English translation of the image. (Instructions)
  • Minden Westfalen Germany Citizen Roll (Bürgerroll) DGS 4407220 398.jpg
  • Germany Westfalen Minen Census Records DGS 4407216 626.jpg
  • Minden Westfalen Germany Citizens Acceptance (Bürgeraufnahmen) DGS 4407220 606 .jpg

Local population census records usually contain the following information:

  • Address
  • Full name
  • Occupation
  • Birth date
  • Religion
  • Birth place
  • Nationality

How to Use the Record[edit | edit source]

Fill in the requested information in the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the ancestors in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to find your ancestor.

As you are searching it is helpful to know such information as your ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as your ancestor and that your ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times.

Search the Collection
To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links:
⇒Select "Browse" link in the initial search page
⇒Select "Record type" category which takes you to the images.

Search the collection by image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine which one is your ancestor. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to make this determination.

Next to parish registers, census records provide good family information, which could be used to research in other vital records. You must know how to read German Gothic script. You also need to know at least the name of your ancestor and the approximate place of residence at the time of the census.

For Help Reading These Records[edit | edit source]

These records are in German-Gothic. For help reading the records, see the following wiki articles:

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Don't overlook FS Catalog Place Germany, Preußen, Westfalen, Minden items or FS Catalog Keyword Germany, Preußen, Westfalen, Minden items in the FamilySearch Library Catalog. For other libraries (local and national) or to gain access to items of interest, see Germany Archives and Libraries.

Related Websites[edit | edit source]

Nordrhein - Westfalen Germany GenWeb

Related Wiki Articles[edit | edit source]

Contributions to This Article[edit | edit source]

Template:Contributor invite

Citing FamilySearch Historical Collections[edit | edit source]

Citations for individual image records are available for this collection. Browse through images in this collection and click on the "Show Citation" box: Germany, Westfalen, Minden Citizen Lists, 1574-1902

When you copy information from a record, you should list where you found the information. This will help you or others to find the record again. It is also good to keep track of records where you did not find information, including the names of the people you looked for in the records.


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