Tag: death
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Did You Know? Findmypast Offers a Pay-Per-View Option
If you’re researching your family history on a budget, here’s a handy tip: Findmypast offers a pay-per-view option* as well as its subscription plans. This means you only pay for the individual records you require, making it an excellent choice if you only need access to a handful of documents rather than a full monthly…
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Original vs. transcribed records
Whenever possible, always work from original records rather than transcriptions or indexes, because transcribed records can contain errors such as – Original documents can also provide important context that a transcription often leaves out, such as – Indexes and transcriptions are excellent finding aids, but they should ideally be treated as a guide to locating…
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Parish Records: The Foundation of UK Family History Research
If you’re beginning your family history journey, you’ll quickly discover that parish records are among the most valuable resources available. Long before governments kept official records of births, marriages, and deaths, local churches were responsible for recording many of the most important events in people’s lives. For genealogists, these records provide an invaluable window into…
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Birth, Marriage and Death Certificates – When Do You Really Need One?
Birth, marriage and death (BMD) certificates are among the most important documents in family history research. They provide official evidence of key life events and can help confirm relationships, dates and places that may not be available elsewhere. However, ordering a certificate should not always be your first step. What Information Can a Certificate Provide?…