Compiled Genealogies

Online Resources

What Compiled Genealogies Are

The term compiled genealogy is used to describe a variety of records containing family information previously gathered by other researchers, societies, or archives. These records can include pedigree charts, compiled data on families, correspondence, ancestor lists, research exchange files, record abstracts, and collections of original or copied documents. Because compiled genealogies are secondary sources of information, they must be carefully evaluated and original records found to verify accuracy.

Oral Genealogies

Information in the Records

Genealogical Value

How to Find Compiled Genealogies

Online Family Trees

FamilySearch Genealogies at FamilySearch
Public Member Trees at Ancestry ($)

Online and Published Books

FamilySearch Digital Library at FamilySearch - online books, requires free account
Internet Archive at Internet Archive - online books
JSTOR ($)
HathiTrust
Google Books

Catalogs

WorldCat Catelog at WorldCat - gives libraries books are located in
FamilySearch Catalog at FamilySearch - includes links to online books when available, requires free account