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Dates and Calendars for the Genealogist by Cliff Webb
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This compact and invaluable guide helps family historians navigate the quirks and complexities of historical calendars. Cliff Webb lays out the essential information needed to interpret dates accurately across a range of genealogical sources—ensuring researchers avoid common pitfalls and misreadings.
Inside, you'll find:
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Clear explanations of the English calendar, including Julian and Gregorian transitions
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Short sections on Roman, French Revolutionary, Jewish, and Islamic calendars
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Tables and charts to help calculate feast days, legal dates, and calendar conversions
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Practical tips for interpreting old documents and aligning historical timelines
Whether you're puzzling over a baptism date from 1752 or decoding a will written under a different calendar system, this booklet is a must-have reference for anyone serious about accurate genealogical research.
ISBN : 9780946789078