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''[[Principles of Family History Research|Principles of Family History Research | ''[[Principles of Family History Research|Principles of Family History Research]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Select Records to Search|Step 3. Select Records to Search]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Identify_a_Category_of_Sources|Identify a Category of Sources]]'' | ||
There is no substitute for learning about records in order to select the best records to search. The more you understand about the records used for genealogical research, the more effectively you will be able to select and use them. The first step to understanding the records used in research is to learn the genealogical classification of records You can then use that classification to help you select appropriate records. You cannot select an appropriate records unless your objective is clearly defined. | There is no substitute for learning about records in order to select the best records to search. The more you understand about the records used for genealogical research, the more effectively you will be able to select and use them. The first step to understanding the records used in research is to learn the genealogical classification of records You can then use that classification to help you select appropriate records. You cannot select an appropriate records unless your objective is clearly defined. | ||
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== Genealogical Records == | == Genealogical Records == | ||
Genealogical records provide vital and biographical information on individuals and families (see [[Recall Information#Types_of_Genealogical_Information|Types of Genealogical Information]]). This includes information about—<br>'''''Vital events.''''' This information goes on your family group records and pedigree charts:<br> | Genealogical records provide vital and biographical information on individuals and families (see [[Recall Information#Types_of_Genealogical_Information|Types of Genealogical Information]]). This includes information about—<br>'''''Vital events.''''' This information goes on your family group records and pedigree charts:<br> | ||
*Names and relationships | *Names and relationships | ||
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*Social and economic status, etc. | *Social and economic status, etc. | ||
'''''Latter-day Saint Ordinances''''' Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will also want to learn if temple ordinances have been performed for their ancestors. | '''''Latter-day Saint Ordinances.''''' Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will also want to learn if temple ordinances have been performed for their ancestors. | ||
The two categories of genealogical records are: (1) compiled records, and (2) original records. | The two categories of genealogical records are: (1) compiled records, and (2) original records. | ||
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''Caution:'' Information in compiled records is considered secondary (''not'' recorded near the time of the event.) The information is only as accurate as its researcher. Carefully evaluate the information or verify it by sample testing. | ''Caution:'' Information in compiled records is considered secondary (''not'' recorded near the time of the event.) The information is only as accurate as its researcher. Carefully evaluate the information or verify it by sample testing. | ||
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=== Original Records === | === Original Records === | ||
[[ | [[Choose a Record Type#Original_Records_Choices|Original records]] provide information about events in a person’s life. This includes birth, marriage, immigration, military service, land purchases, and death. Most also document relationships. These records were usually created near the time such an event took place. Based on the information in them, they can be grouped as: | ||
'''''Vital events.''''' Records of births, christenings, marriages, divorce, death and burial, created by families, governments, churches, or other institutions. | '''''Vital events.''''' Records of births, christenings, marriages, divorce, death and burial, created by families, governments, churches, or other institutions. | ||
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=== Background Information === | === Background Information === | ||
[[Choose a Record Type#Background_Information_Choices|Background information]] helps you understand the settings in which records were created and the places, groups, or subjects used in family history research. In addition, they describe the circumstances of life in a particular place and time. Use background information when you need help selecting or using genealogical records. This category includes the record groups of—<br> | [[Choose a Record Type#Background_Information_Choices|Background information]] helps you understand the settings in which records were created and the places, groups, or subjects used in family history research. In addition, they describe the circumstances of life in a particular place and time. Use background information when you need help selecting or using genealogical records. This category includes the record groups of—<br> | ||
*'''''Geography.''''' Books and tools necessary to locate and learn about places where ancestors lived. | *'''''Geography.''''' Books and tools necessary to locate and learn about places where ancestors lived. | ||
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*'''''Language.''''' Information about the handwriting and languages used where the family lived.<br> | *'''''Language.''''' Information about the handwriting and languages used where the family lived.<br> | ||
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Background information is often needed to identify which records to search. | Background information is often needed to identify which records to search. | ||
=== Finding Aids === | === Finding Aids === | ||
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Use finding aids after you have selected a record and if you need help locating the record or finding a person in the record. | Use finding aids after you have selected a record and if you need help locating the record or finding a person in the record. | ||
To learn more about records, see [[Select Specific Records#Jurisdictions|Jurisdictions]] and [[ | To learn more about records, see [[Select Specific Records#Jurisdictions|Jurisdictions]] and [[Creation of Records|Creation of Records]]. | ||
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[[Category:Select_Records_to_Search|Select_Records_to_Search]] | [[Category:Select_Records_to_Search|Select_Records_to_Search]] | ||