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Online Event - To Edward one shilling - Using Probate Records for Family History Research - Jenni Phillips
Saturday 12 June 2021, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 Wills and other probate records are a valuable resource for genealogy. This session will examine how to find and interpret these records.

About this Event

A will or testament is a legal document that expresses a person's wishes as to how their property is to be distributed after their death and as to which person is to manage the property until its final distribution

This session will cover:

• how to find and order probate records after 1858

• searching for wills and administrations before 1858, with a particular focus on Wales

• the genealogical value of probate records and examples of information that might be included

• understanding the terminology used and some tips for reading handwriting in historic documents

• how to use wills left by other people to find information about your ancestors.

Free Event - Register for a ticket on Eventbrite - 'To Edward, one shilling - Using Probate Records for Family History Research'

 

 

Location Online event via Zoom
Cardiff & Vale Branch are offering a series of online talks and help sessions while the Covid-19 restrictions are still in place. Register on Eventbrite to be advised of up and coming events. These online sessions are open to all members.