North Dakota, Red River Valley Genealogical Society, Pioneer Files - FamilySearch Historical Records
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| Record Type | Biography |
| Collection years | 1880-1953 |
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What is in This Collection?[edit | edit source]
This collection contains an index and images of a Pioneer biography file name index compiled by the Red River Valley Genealogical Society in Fargo, North Dakota. Records include names of individuals and often includes birth date and places, as well as information about spouses. Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.
Index and Image Visibility[edit | edit source]
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What Can These Records Tell Me?[edit | edit source]
These records may include the following information:
- Name
- Occupation
- Birth date
- Birthplace
- Death date
Collection Content[edit | edit source]
Sample Images[edit | edit source]
1841 Pioneer Index Record
How Do I Search This Collection?[edit | edit source]
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
- The name of your ancestor
- Approximate date of birth
- Resident city of ancestor
Search the Index[edit | edit source]
Search by name on the Collection Details Page.- Enter the information in the fields in the Search Collection section or click More Options to see additional fields
- Click Search to show possible matches
How Do I Analyze the Results?[edit | edit source]
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.
What Do I Do Next?[edit | edit source]
I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Add any new information to your records
- If available, check the image for additional information
- Analyze the entry to see if it provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family
I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Try searching by surname only
- The person may be recorded with an abbreviated or variant form of their name
- Remember that spelling was generally not standardized until the early part of the 20th century
Research Helps[edit | edit source]
The following articles will help you research your family in the state of North Dakota.
- North Dakota Guided Research
- North Dakota Research Tips and Strategies
- Step-by-Step North Dakota Research, 1893-Present
Other FamilySearch Collections[edit | edit source]
These collections may have additional materials to help you with your research.
FamilySearch Catalog[edit | edit source]
- State Historical Society of North Dakota, Biography of early settlers of North Dakota
- State Historical Society of North Dakota, Historical data project; pioneer biography files
- State Historical Society of North Dakota, Pioneer mothers project records, ca. 1938-1953
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Citing This Collection[edit | edit source]
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