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== Converting Old Microfilm Numbers to New Numbers == | == Converting Old Microfilm Numbers to New Numbers == | ||
The Family History Library has used a number of systems over the years to identify and label its book and microfilm collections. When microfilming began, a combination of letters and numbers was used to number the films. Later, a system of serial numbers with part numbers was used. Finally, a straight numbering system was used beginning with film number 000001, | The Family History Library has used a number of systems over the years to identify and label its book and microfilm collections. When microfilming began, a combination of letters and numbers was used to number the films. Later, a system of serial numbers with part numbers was used. Finally, a straight numbering system was used beginning with film number 000001. Each time, the existing films were renumbered. Today there are more than 2,400,000 microfilms in the library's collection. | ||
The data sources listed on the family group records often include old film numbers. In order to find a source on film, you must convert the old film number to a new film number. The library has a resource | The data sources listed on the family group records often include old film numbers. In order to find a source on film, you must convert the old film number to a new film number. The library has a resource called the "Microfilm Number Index: Changed film numbers." This resource is in the process of being added to the Wiki and will shortly be available. | ||
== Further Reading == | == Further Reading == | ||