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'Tracing your family history in Hertfordshire'

A published guide entitled 'Tracing your family history in Hertfordshire' is available from Archives & Local Studies and local bookshops.

The book is a practical and comprehensive guide to family history resources in the county and elsewhere, and is essential reading for anyone researching their Hertfordshire ancestors.

It's thematic in approach and covers every aspect of our ancestors' lives, from their birth and baptism to their death and burial. Subjects covered are as broad as military ancestors, household and property records, and the poor and the sick. Details of where to find information, including web sites, are provided.

The guide has been written by staff and members of Herts Family History Society. They have passed on a wealth of experience in the form of tips and vital information.

Priced at £9.99 it is available from Archives & Local Studies and local bookshops. For further information please contact Archives & Local Studies or go to the following web site page www.herts.ac.uk/UHPress/familyhistorylaunch.html