The Records of Death: Using Probates in Family History

The Records of Death: Using Probates in Family History

The probate process, where courts supervise the passage of property from one generation to another, is a rich source of genealogical information. Whether your ancestor left a will or died without one, whether rich or poor, landowner or tenant, male or female, there may well be records of death that provide invaluable clues. Understanding those records, and the laws under which they were created, is essential to any complete family history.

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The Records of Death: Using Probates in Family History