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France, Finistère, Quimper et Léon Diocese, Catholic Parish Records - FamilySearch Historical Records: Difference between revisions
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== What Can | == What Can These Records Tell Me? == | ||
The following lists indicate potential information given in each type of record. It must be remembered that every record may not provide all the listed information, as the procedures for keeping parish records evolved considerably over the centuries. It must also be noted that individual parishes often developed record-keeping traditions unique to themselves. | The following lists indicate potential information given in each type of record. It must be remembered that every record may not provide all the listed information, as the procedures for keeping parish records evolved considerably over the centuries. It must also be noted that individual parishes often developed record-keeping traditions unique to themselves. | ||
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*Names of their parents (if unmarried) or name of the spouse | *Names of their parents (if unmarried) or name of the spouse | ||
*Names of witnesses and with their relationship to the deceased | *Names of witnesses and with their relationship to the deceased | ||
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== How Do I Search This Collection? == | == How Do I Search This Collection? == | ||
Before beginning a search in these records, it is best to know the full name of the individual in question, as well as an approximate time range for the desired record. When entered into the search engine on the Collection Page, this information provides the quickest, most reliable path to finding the correct person. Of course, other information can be substituted as necessary. | Before beginning a search in these records, it is best to know the full name of the individual in question, as well as an approximate time range for the desired record. When entered into the search engine on the Collection Page, this information provides the quickest, most reliable path to finding the correct person. Of course, other information can be substituted as necessary. | ||