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Genealogical Standards of Evidence - A Guide for Family Historians - cover

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Genealogical Standards of Evidence - A Guide for Family Historians

Brenda Dougall Merriman

Publisher: Dundurn/Ontario Genealogical Society

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Summary

Genealogical evidence is the information that allows us to identify an individual, an event in his or her life, or the relationship between individuals. In such a process, we often hear or use words such as evidence, proof, or documentation. Brenda Dougall Merriman takes readers through the genealogical process of research and identification, along the way examining how the genealogical community has developed standards of evidence and documentation, what those standards are, and how they can be applied. As a supplement to courses, workshops, and seminars, this book provides both an in-depth and inexpensive reference, perfect for compiling and checking research notes.
Available since: 03/15/2010.

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