Online Genealogy Classes 11 Course are starting on Monday, May 14, including:
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  • Time Management for Genealogists
  • Source Documentation 101
  • Build a Family Website
  • Land Records 101

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Genealogy 101

enumeration districts:  Divisions of each county and some large cities used to make census-taking more efficient and accurate. For large cities, the boundaries of enumeration districts often match those of wards or precincts.
 
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Online Genealogy Classes

Tracing your family tree has never been easier or more rewarding—and Family Tree University offers a wealth of resources to help you on your journey!
Upcoming Course Schedule:
5/14 Session (Includes Source Documentation 101, Build a Family Website, Time Management for Genealogists and 8 more courses!)
5/28 Session (Includes Hungarian Genealogy 101, German Genealogy 201, Irish Research 201 and 12 more courses!)
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