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*Identifying information such as name of spouse, age birthplace or residence | *Identifying information such as name of spouse, age birthplace or residence | ||
=== | === Search the Collection === | ||
To search the collection: <br> ⇒Select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page <br> ⇒Select the appropriate "Freedmen's Bureau Office or Location" <br> ⇒Select the appropriate "NARA Roll Number-Contents" 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 "Browse through images" on the initial collection page <br> ⇒Select the appropriate "Freedmen's Bureau Office or Location" <br> ⇒Select the appropriate "NARA Roll Number-Contents" 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: | ||