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== Historical Background == | == Historical Background == | ||
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The ''International Genealogical Index'' was a family history computer file that listed several hundred million names of deceased persons from throughout the world. For each deceased individual, the index also listed vital information from a single event, such as birth or marriage. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints compiled the index and made it available free to the public. <br> | The ''International Genealogical Index'' was a family history computer file that listed several hundred million names of deceased persons from throughout the world. For each deceased individual, the index also listed vital information from a single event, such as birth or marriage. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints compiled the index and made it available free to the public. <br> | ||
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*[[Step 8. Find ancestors on the IGI|Find ancestors on the IGI (Step 8. in ''Pacific Island Guide to Family History Research'')]] | *[[Step 8. Find ancestors on the IGI|Find ancestors on the IGI (Step 8. in ''Pacific Island Guide to Family History Research'')]] | ||
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[[Category:FamilySearch]] | [[Category:FamilySearch]] | ||