Census

Given the tardiness with which many states got around to keeping vital statistics, the census is sometimes not just the best but the only official clue for birth dates and places of residence. Access to US enumerations has never been easier, but the census can still throw a seasoned researcher for a loop.

Choose from the courses listed below to discover how to trace your family in census records.

Finding Ancestors in the US Census

Master online and offline strategies for tracking your relatives in the federal census—the cornerstone of family history research. This course teaches you how to use these “household snapshots” to uncover (or confirm) details such as ancestors’ residences, immigration, education level and socioeconomic status.
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