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Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which '''might''' be found (best case scenario): | Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which '''might''' be found (best case scenario): | ||
===Baptisms=== | ===Baptisms=== | ||
In Catholic | In Orthodox and Catholic records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give: | ||
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*death information, as an added note or signified by a cross | *death information, as an added note or signified by a cross | ||
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===Marriages=== | ===Marriages=== | ||