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[http://is.byu.edu/site/courses/free.cfm BYU Independent Study]: Brigham Young University Independent Study Online offers general Genealogical Research classes and an entire German Family History series at no cost. | [http://is.byu.edu/site/courses/free.cfm BYU Independent Study]: Brigham Young University Independent Study Online offers general Genealogical Research classes and an entire German Family History series at no cost. | ||
[[ | [[Main Page|FamilySearch Wiki]]: Patterned after Wikipedia this online-library is community based where everyone can share something to assist in genealogical research. There are hundreds of articles on basic genealogical research and articles specific to Germany. | ||
Jensen, Larry O. Genealogical Handbook of German Research. Pleasant Grove, Utah, 1980; available at [https://familysearch.org/ FamilySearch] - go to previous site - Research Helps - Articles - “G” - Genealogical Handbook of German Research. This book has 22 chapters of priceless information and instruction. | Jensen, Larry O. Genealogical Handbook of German Research. Pleasant Grove, Utah, 1980; available at [https://familysearch.org/ FamilySearch] - go to previous site - Research Helps - Articles - “G” - Genealogical Handbook of German Research. This book has 22 chapters of priceless information and instruction. | ||
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'''Language and Archaic Terms<br>'''You will need a good modern German dictionary and at least one dictionary containing the archaic terms. <br> | '''Language and Archaic Terms<br>'''You will need a good modern German dictionary and at least one dictionary containing the archaic terms. <br> | ||
A [[ | A [[German Word List|German Genealogical wordlist]] is available at FamilySearch Wiki. Also available are word lists for Latin, French, Danish, Dutch and Polish – languages that often appear in German records. | ||
[http://translate.google.com/ Google Translate] is a good source for both small translations and entire websites – be aware that any word for word translation prepared by a computer program is going to have some errors! | [http://translate.google.com/ Google Translate] is a good source for both small translations and entire websites – be aware that any word for word translation prepared by a computer program is going to have some errors! | ||
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Once you have determined the place of origin and have found searchable records, you will need to familiarize yourself with the various types of German script. In addition to the resources already listed, additional help is available at: | Once you have determined the place of origin and have found searchable records, you will need to familiarize yourself with the various types of German script. In addition to the resources already listed, additional help is available at: | ||
[ | [https://script.byu.edu/Pages/German/en/welcome.aspx BYU German Script Tutorials] | ||
Minert, Roger. Deciphering Handwriting in German Documents, analyzing German, Latin, and French in Vital Records Written in Germany; Woodscross, U.S.A., GRT Publications, c 2001. FHL Intl Ref Area 417.7 M662d | Minert, Roger. Deciphering Handwriting in German Documents, analyzing German, Latin, and French in Vital Records Written in Germany; Woodscross, U.S.A., GRT Publications, c 2001. FHL Intl Ref Area 417.7 M662d | ||
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[https://www.familysearch.org/learn/researchcourses#germany_res Research Courses ]at FamilySearch. Free online research classes including German, French, Polish, Dutch, Scandinavian and Russian Handwriting Courses. | [https://www.familysearch.org/learn/researchcourses#germany_res Research Courses ]at FamilySearch. Free online research classes including German, French, Polish, Dutch, Scandinavian and Russian Handwriting Courses. | ||
[[ | [[Main Page|FamilySearch Wiki]] - search by keywords German Script for various training articles. | ||
[[Category:Germany_Search_Strategies]] | [[Category:Germany_Search_Strategies]] | ||