Decipher Faded and Old Records

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Here are some easy genealogy tips for making your old, faded genealogy records (such as the 1860 census) easier to read: 1. Enlarge the record 2. Try reading it on other sites that contain the same record 3. Print it out and trace over the letters 4. Crowd-source it to see if others View Website VIP Subscription

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