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=== | === Search the Collection === | ||
To search the collection:<br> ⇒Select the "Browse" link in the initial search page <br> ⇒Select "Soldiers and Sailors" <br> ⇒Select the "Surname Range" which takes you to the images | '''To browse by image:'''<br>To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links:<br> ⇒Select the "Browse" link in the initial search page <br> ⇒Select "Soldiers and Sailors" <br> ⇒Select the "Surname Range" which takes you to the images | ||
Look at each image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine if the image relates to them. You may need to look at several images and compare the information about the individuals listed in those images to your ancestors to make this determination. Keep in mind: | Look at each image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine if the image relates to them. You may need to look at several images and compare the information about the individuals listed in those images to your ancestors to make this determination. Keep in mind: | ||