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== What is in This Collection?  ==
This collection includes records from 1861-1865.


== Record Description  ==
The collection consists of approximately 650,000 vouchers and other documents pertaining to goods and services rendered to the Confederate Government by individuals and businesses. The collection is arranged alphabetically in over 350,000 jackets. The collection is located in RG 109, War Department Collection of Confederate Records and is National Archive Microfilm Publication M346. The index is courtesy of Fold3 (formerly Footnote).


The collection consists of approximately 650,000 vouchers and other documents pertaining to goods and services rendered to the Confederate Government by individuals and businesses. The collection is arranged alphabetically in over 350,000 jackets. The collection is located in RG 109, War Department Collection of Confederate Records and is National Archive Microfilm Publication M346. The index is courtesy of&nbsp;Fold3 (formerly Footnote).  
Most of these documents were created or received by the Confederate War and Treasury Departments. After the Civil War they were in the custody of the US War Department. These were later assembled by the Confederate Archives Division of the Adjutant General’s Office and used to establish the disloyalty of claimants seeking restitution after the war.  


Most of these documents were created or received by the Confederate War and Treasury Departments. After the Civil War they were in the custody of the US War Department. These were later assembled by the Confederate Archives Division of the Adjutant General’s Office and used to establish the disloyalty of claimants seeking restitution after the war.&nbsp;
The records were created to document services and goods which aided the Confederate cause. The records are generally reliable.


The records cover the years 1861 to 1865.&nbsp;
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=== Index and Image Visibility ===
The records were created to document services and goods which aided the Confederate cause.
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The records are generally reliable.
 
=== Citation for This Collection  ===
 
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| text =<!--bibdescbegin-->"The Citizens File of Confederate Papers." Fold3.com. http://www.fold3.com : 2012. <!--bibdescend-->}}  
 
== Record Content  ==
 
The index includes the following information:


== What Can These Records Tell Me? ==
The following information may be found in these records:
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*Name of Individual  
*Name of Individual  
*Business Name  
*Business Name  
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*Fold3 (Footnote) ID  
*Fold3 (Footnote) ID  
*NARA Roll Number
*NARA Roll Number
}}
== How Do I Search This Collection?  ==
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
*The name of the person, including nicknames or alias names
*The approximate date of service
*The residence of the soldier
=== Search the Index ===
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=== How Do I Analyze the Results? ===
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?  ==
=== I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? ===
*Use the name, date, and place or residence, to find the ancestor or family in census records
*Use the place or residence to locate church and land records
*Continue to search the index and records to identify other relatives
*When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct
*You may need to compare the information of more than one family or person to make this determination
*Be aware that, as with any index, transcription errors may occur
=== I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?  ===
*Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names
*Search the indexes and records of nearby localities
*Try alternative search methods such as only filling in the surname search box (or the given name search box) on the landing page leaving the other box empty and then click on search. This should return a list of everyone with that particular name. You could then browse the list for individuals that may be your ancestor
=== Research Helps ===
The following articles will help you research your family in [[United States Genealogy|the United States]].
* [[US Military Basic Search Strategies]]
* [[Beginning Research in United States Military Records]]
* [[Beginning United States Civil War Research]]
* [[Locating a Confederate Civil War Soldier (1861–1865)]]
* [[GuidedResearch:United States|United States Guided Research]]
* [[United States Record Finder]]
* [[United States Research Tips and Strategies]]


== How to Use the Record  ==
== Other FamilySearch Collections ==
 
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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.
=== FamilySearch Catalog ===
 
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/589906 Confederate papers relating to citizens or business firms]
To begin your search it is helpful to know the following:
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/108790 General orders and circulars issued by the Confederate War Department through the office of the Confederate Adjutant and Inspector General, 1861-1865, NARA publication, M901]
 
*The name of the person, including nicknames or alias names
*The approximate date
*The residence
 
==== Check the surname index  ====
 
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==== Using the Information  ====
 
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The following examples show ways you can use the information:
 
*Use the name, date, and place or residence, to find the ancestor or family in census records.
*Use the place or residence to locate church and land records.
 
==== Tips to Keep in Mind  ====
 
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*Compile the entries for every person who has the same surname as your ancestor as they may be relatives.
*Occupations or businesses may be leads to additional records such as bank or other military records.
 
== Related Websites  ==
 
[http://www.civilwarhome.com/links8.htm Civil War Links]
 
== Related Wiki Articles  ==
 
*[[Confederate Citizens File|Confederate Citizens File]]
*[[United States Civil War, 1861 to 1865|United States Civil War, 1861 to 1865]]  
*[[United States, Civil War Confederate Applications for Pardons (FamilySearch Historical Records)|United States, Civil War Confederate Applications for Pardons (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
 
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Record Group RG 109: Department Collection of Confederate Records
Collection years 1861-1865
Microfilm Publication M346. Confederate Papers Relating to Citizens or Business Firms. 1158 rolls.
Arrangement Alphabetically by name of company name.
National Archives Identifier 2133274
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What is in This Collection?

This collection includes records from 1861-1865.

The collection consists of approximately 650,000 vouchers and other documents pertaining to goods and services rendered to the Confederate Government by individuals and businesses. The collection is arranged alphabetically in over 350,000 jackets. The collection is located in RG 109, War Department Collection of Confederate Records and is National Archive Microfilm Publication M346. The index is courtesy of Fold3 (formerly Footnote).

Most of these documents were created or received by the Confederate War and Treasury Departments. After the Civil War they were in the custody of the US War Department. These were later assembled by the Confederate Archives Division of the Adjutant General’s Office and used to establish the disloyalty of claimants seeking restitution after the war.

The records were created to document services and goods which aided the Confederate cause. The records are generally reliable.

Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.

Index and Image Visibility

Whenever possible FamilySearch makes images and indexes available for all users. However, rights to view these data are limited by contract and subject to change. Because of this there may be limitations on where and how images and indexes are available or who can see them. Please be aware some collections consist only of partial information indexed from the records and do not contain any images. For additional information about image restrictions see Restrictions for Viewing Images in FamilySearch Historical Record Collections.

What Can These Records Tell Me?

The following information may be found in these records:

  • Name of Individual
  • Business Name
  • State
  • Document Number
  • Document Type (Citizen or Business)
  • Fold3 (Footnote) ID
  • NARA Roll Number

How Do I Search This Collection?

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

  • The name of the person, including nicknames or alias names
  • The approximate date of service
  • The residence of the soldier

Search the Index

Search by name on the Collection Details Page.
  1. Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
  2. Click Search to show possible matches

How Do I Analyze the Results?

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 research log.

What Do I Do Next?

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

  • Use the name, date, and place or residence, to find the ancestor or family in census records
  • Use the place or residence to locate church and land records
  • Continue to search the index and records to identify other relatives
  • When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct
  • You may need to compare the information of more than one family or person to make this determination
  • Be aware that, as with any index, transcription errors may occur

I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?

  • Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names
  • Search the indexes and records of nearby localities
  • Try alternative search methods such as only filling in the surname search box (or the given name search box) on the landing page leaving the other box empty and then click on search. This should return a list of everyone with that particular name. You could then browse the list for individuals that may be your ancestor

Research Helps

The following articles will help you research your family in the United States.

Other FamilySearch Collections

These collections may have additional materials to help you with your research.

FamilySearch Catalog

FamilySearch Historical Records

FamilySearch Digital Library

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.

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