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== Using Local Histories - United States == | |||
'''Local or County Histories'''<br> | |||
Some of the most valuable sources for family history research are local histories. Published histories of towns, counties, and states usually contain accounts of families. They describe the settlement of the area and the founding of churches, schools, and businesses. You can also find lists of pioneers, soldiers, and civil officials. Even if your ancestor is not listed, information on other relatives may be included that will provide important clues for locating your ancestor. A local history may also suggest other records to search. | |||
'''State Histories'''<br> | |||
Good genealogists strive to understand the life and times of their ancestors. In this sense, any history is useful. But certain kinds of state, county, and local histories, especially older histories published between 1845 and 1945, often include biographical sketches of prominent individuals. The sketches usually tend toward the laudatory, but may include some genealogical details. If these histories are indexed or alphabetical, check for an ancestor's name. | |||
==Country History Wiki Pages== | ==Country History Wiki Pages== | ||
*[[:Category:Histories|List of Country History Wiki pages]] | *[[:Category:Histories|List of Country History Wiki pages]] | ||
[[Category:Histories]] | [[Category:Histories]] | ||
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