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While the compiled genealogical literature of your immigrant's home country may not be as extensive as similar publications in North America, it is still significant. The interest in genealogy continues to grow in those countries, as it does throughout the world. More and more sources are appearing on-line, and a surprising amount of information is hidden in the published literature. It is often indexed, and is certainly easier to use than most of the manuscript sources we discuss in other lessons. It is certainly worth researching. To find the type of indexes or major periodical resources mentioned above in the Family History Library collection, obtain a copy of the Family History Library's "Research Outline," and other instructional sources for the country of interest. These research outlines are available on-line at www.FamilySearch.org. Click on the SEARCH tab, then the words “Research Helps,” below the tab. Then either scroll down to the country of interest (like Germany) or click on the first letter of the alphabet for that country and look for the words “Research Outline.” Once in the “G” countries, I search for the words by clicking on the word “Edit” on the top tool bar of the Internet Explorer screen. Select the last option “Find (on This Page) and type in “Research Outline.” Then either study or print out the pages you want.
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