26 Tips for Searching Census Records on Genealogy Websites

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By my reckoning, US federal census records are the best source of information on American ancestors. Taken every 10 years since 1790, the census reveals names, relationships and occupations—not to mention details on military service, immigration and marriage. And you can search census records on many major genealogy websites. Starting with the 1940 census, you View Website VIP Subscription

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