How to Find Vital Records Online

By Rick Crume Premium

Has your search for online birth, death and marriage records flatlined? Re-energize your efforts with this essential five-step guide.

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A contributing editor for Family Tree Magazine, Rick Crume specializes in online research, genealogy software, DNA testing and British genealogy.

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