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* [[Iraq Tribes and Clans]] - Online books about tribes in Iraq and the surrounding areas, including family histories and some genealogies | * [[Iraq Tribes and Clans]] - Online books about tribes in Iraq and the surrounding areas, including family histories and some genealogies | ||
* [[Iraq Cemeteries]] - Find a Grave has over 50 cemeteries in Iraq with online memorials | |||
* [[Iraq Newspapers]] - Several Iraqi newspapers and periodicals are available online which may contain obituaries and other valuable information | * [[Iraq Newspapers]] - Several Iraqi newspapers and periodicals are available online which may contain obituaries and other valuable information | ||
* [[Iraq | * [[Iraq Census]] - Iraq has been governed by the Ottoman, the British, the Hashemites, and currently the Republic of Iraq. Periodical censuses have been conducted by these governing powers to varying degrees of accuracy | ||
==== Connect with Societies ==== | ==== Connect with Societies ==== | ||
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Iraq Research Strategies[edit | edit source]
- Getting Started
- Finding Town of Origin
- Record Finder
- Online Learning - Video Classes
- Beginning Your Middle East Family Tree FamilySearch blog article
Iraq Research Tips[edit | edit source]
Understand Important Historical Events[edit | edit source]
- Ottoman Rule (1534–1918): Iraq was part of the Ottoman Empire, with local governors (Walis) administering the region. This period saw significant administrative changes and land management reforms, impacting land ownership and records.
- British Mandate (1920–1932): Following World War I, Iraq came under British mandate, leading to extensive changes in land ownership, administration, and record-keeping. The British introduced systematic civil registration, which included detailed records of births, marriages, and deaths.
- Kingdom of Iraq (1932–1958): Iraq gained independence and became a kingdom under King Faisal I. This period involved changes in land ownership and governance structures, impacting genealogical records.
- Republic of Iraq (1958–Present): The monarchy was overthrown in 1958, leading to the establishment of a republic. Subsequent land reforms and administrative changes significantly altered land ownership records and impacted genealogical research.
- See also Iraq History.
Where to Start Finding Records[edit | edit source]
- Iraq Tribes and Clans - Online books about tribes in Iraq and the surrounding areas, including family histories and some genealogies
- Iraq Cemeteries - Find a Grave has over 50 cemeteries in Iraq with online memorials
- Iraq Newspapers - Several Iraqi newspapers and periodicals are available online which may contain obituaries and other valuable information
- Iraq Census - Iraq has been governed by the Ottoman, the British, the Hashemites, and currently the Republic of Iraq. Periodical censuses have been conducted by these governing powers to varying degrees of accuracy
Connect with Societies[edit | edit source]
- Iraq Societies - Organizations and societies focused on genealogical research relevant to Iraq. Connecting with societies and genealogy research groups can be extremely helpful for asking questions, exchanging ideas, and learning new strategies.
- Arab Genealogy Community - Online research forum for Arab genealogy.