Louisiana
Historical Maps: The Battle of New Orleans Premium
Learn about the dramatic conclusion of the War of 1812 with this Battle of New Orleans map.
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City Guide to New Orleans Premium
Have family history in New Orleans? From fast facts to key resource, here's your guide to finding relatives in the Big Easy.
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Louisiana Records Details and Resources Premium
Where to find Louisiana census records, immigration records, land records, maps, vital records and more.
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Louisiana History and Research Overview Premium
Learn about Louisiana's history and available records in this research guide that includes a map and bibliography.
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Louisiana Archives, Libraries and Societies Premium
Find contact information for archives, libraries and other genealogical organizations in Louisiana.
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Louisiana County History and Listings Premium
Our county-by-county listing of Louisiana has contact information and dates vital records for historic and modern-day counties.
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Free: Search Louisiana Obituary Index 1804-1972
The Louisiana Biography and Obituary Index is now online at the New Orleans Public Library Web site. The database has references to obituaries and death notices published in New Orleans newspapers from 1804 to 1972, and biographical information from older Louisiana biography collections. You can use three options to...
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Southern Genealogy Books Premium
The American South: A History by William J. Cooper Jr. and Thomas E. Terrill (McGraw-Hill, $53) Black Roots: A Beginners Guide to Tracing the African American Family Tree by Tony Burroughs (Fireside, $16) The Dixie Frontier: A Social History by Everett Dick (University of Oklahoma Press, $16.95) Encyclopedia...
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State Research Guide: Louisiana Premium
Follow your roots back to the bayou — here's help pursuing your Pelican State ancestors.
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