11-07-2024

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Websites

The 75 Best State Websites of 2024

Take the time to explore every one of these websites that covers a state (or territory) where your ancestors lived.

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General Genealogy

State Research Guides: Illinois

Do you have ancestors that settled in Illinois? Records for the “Prairie State” date back to the 17th century, when French explorers first arrived. This is just one of 50 state guides that can lead you to a treasure trove of resources for the family historian.

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Birth, Marriage and Death Records

The 5 Easiest States for Accessing Vital Records

When it comes to ease of obtaining your ancestors’ vital records, not all states are created equal. Here are five states that make it simple to get them.

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