The study of British Isles history, old handwriting, charting, accurately using compiled sources, in-depth analysis of surviving records, and historical understanding is critical to your research success. How much data you extract from the records, how carefully you study that information, and your level of understanding of the context of these facts dictates your research success. This research guide will give you some great resources and instruction helping you move forward on your road to successfully researching your family history.

Marriage documents are among the best sources available for family history research. Marriage affects land and property rights for both the man and the woman. There is more than one way to locate marriage data. It is important to remember there are at least 16 official records created at the time a marriage occurs. You have more than one chance to find it. This research guide gives details helping you learn how to accurately prove and document your family history starting with the most valuable records available, the marriage documents. You will also learn how the marriage may lead you to...