Thursday 28 April 2016

A-Z Challenge 2016: W is for Wiki on FamilySearch

http://www.a-to-zchallenge.com
Have you heard of the FamilySearch Wiki?  I had, but assumed it was not much more than a blog.  But actually it is so much more. You go to familysearch.org, click on 'search' and scroll down to the bottom of the drop-down list which appears, where you can click on 'wiki'.  The Wiki itself says it best:

"The FamilySearch Wiki is a tool for finding information about subjects, records that may have been generated about your ancestors, and the places in which the records might be found. It is a vast information depository. When you search in the Wiki you can search for places your ancestors lived, but also for subjects and research methods to help you understand and learn about the history of your families. You can possibly find records and record collections from the states, counties and cities where your ancestors may have worked and lived."
[https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Find_an_ancestor_using_the_Wiki]

The Wiki has information from 245 countries, mainly links to sources you are looking for: censuses, BMDs, probate, military - but not the records themselves, be warned.  And it's free!



© 2016 Ros Haywood. All Rights Reserved

6 comments:

  1. I love the sound of free, it's the cost of most sites that leaves me searching elsewhere or the hard way. You can spend a fortune on these things, I don't have a fortune! :) Thanks a million!

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    1. I don't have a fortune, either. That's why 'free' is one of my favourite words ;o)

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  2. Thank you for this explanation, Ros. I had heard of Wiki, bit was very vague as to what it was and how it could help family historians

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    1. It looks like it could be very useful indeed. Good to 'see' you, ScotSue!

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  3. I have used the Wiki regularly but it is patchy in parts. Those who use it for guidance should also contribute content in their areas of expertise.

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    1. That's why I have 'adopted' the South Pool and Ottery St Mary pages. I agree with you, that people should contribute their expertise.

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