cousin relationships
Common Kinship Terms Found in Records Premium
Kinship terms can become very important in analyzing the records that use them. In the Colonial Era, terms such as cousin and nephew had different meanings than in modern times. An “in-law” was usually a stepparent, a “cousin” could be a nephew, and a “nephew” could be a grandchild. Listed below are some of the terms used in American society to identify collateral relatives.
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5 Genealogy Facts Every Researcher Should Know
Family trees are as different as the people who research them. But these key facts can help all US researchers, regardless of circumstance.
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