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Danish Research: Searching Records (view source)
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Researching in Danish Records can seem like a daunting task when thinking about the handwriting and the records; however, by learning a few basic key words and some background information, using Danish records can be quite easy. | Researching in Danish Records can seem like a daunting task when thinking about the handwriting and the records; however, by learning a few basic key words and some background information, using Danish records can be quite easy. | ||
== Searching Records, Step 1: Learning the Language and handwriting == | |||
You do not need to completely master the Danish language in order to use the records. Most of the Danish genealogical records follow a common format and use common terms. Once you understand some of the key words and become familiar with the handwriting a whole treasure trove of information will be open to you. Use the following links for [[Danish_Word_List|key words]] and [[Scandinavian_Handwriting|handwriting guide]]. | |||
=== 1- Obtaining Background Information === | === 1- Obtaining Background Information === | ||