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A Guide to Tracing Your Family History using the Census by Emma Jolly
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Emma Jolly’s A Guide to Tracing Your Family History Using the Census is a comprehensive and accessible handbook for genealogists of all levels. It explores how to effectively use census records to uncover the lives of ancestors and understand the social context in which they lived. Key Features
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Census Coverage:
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Detailed analysis of each UK census from 1841 to 1911
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Discussion of later censuses and their evolving formats
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Coverage includes England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man
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Practical Guidance:
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How to locate and interpret census entries
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Tips for navigating transcription errors and name variations
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Advice on using online databases and archives
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Research Tools:
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An extensive appendix of key resources and websites
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Case studies and examples to illustrate techniques
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Emphasis on digital tools and modern research strategies
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Why It’s Useful
This book is ideal for:
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Beginners seeking a structured introduction to census research
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Experienced genealogists looking to deepen their understanding of census nuances
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Anyone interested in the social history of Britain through the lens of population data
ISBN : 9781526755223