All About the United States Census

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 One of the first records I recommend to beginning family historians is the United States Census. Taken every ten years since 1790, census records provide a snapshot of a family at a specific moment in time. They can reveal where an ancestor lived, who was living in the household, what work they did, and other valuable details about their lives.

Because census records were created regularly and cover much of the population, they are often one of the easiest and most useful records to locate. By following an ancestor through multiple census years, you can watch a family's story unfold as children are born, occupations change, and households grow. If you are new to family history research, learning how to use census records is an excellent place to start.

To help you get started, I've created a free printable that explains what census records are, why they are valuable, and how to locate them on FamilySearch.

to download/print the census record page simply click here or on the image below



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