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Records of Conscientious Objectors, Deserters, and Substitutes During the Civil War

Pennsylvania had the largest number enroll in the Union Army and the largest number oppose service.. Here's how to find out if your ancestor was in opposition to military service.

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Four Valuable Genealogical Records Created During the Civil War Era

The US Civil War (1861-1865) produced more records of genealogical interest than probably any other event in American history. Here are four record sets that were created or increased during the war.

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Discover Your Ancestors Pilot Workshop Slides

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Creating Your Own Data Sets from FamilySearch

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Collected Resources for Surnames, Nicknames, and Name Spelling Variations

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My Favorite Genealogy Research Logs with Links

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Deep Dive on Private Laws and Why They Matter

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The County Tax Collector in Pennsylvania

Probably the least favorite office for our ancestors - the tax collector! Taxes were collected for various things over the decades, and you can learn all about it in these videos.

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Introduction to County Courthouse Research

Pennsylvania's county courthouses hold the majority of the records of your ancestors. Learn how county courthouses are organized and why these records matter for genealogy research.

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The Recorder of Deeds Office in Pennsylvania

An overview of the Recorder of Deeds office in Pennsylvania and the records helpful for genealogy research.

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The Orphans Court in Pennsylvania

Explore historical estate records, probate files, minute books, marriage licenses, and guardianships at the Orphans Court.

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Collected Notes on Census Records

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The Coroner's Office in Pennsylvania

Explore the role of the coroner in Pennsylvania from its inception with Research County Courthouses. Discover how this historical occupation impacts today's investigations of unexpected or suspicious deaths.

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The Sheriff's Office in Pennsylvania

Discover hidden genealogical clues in historical sheriff's records. Not available online, these records offer insights into your ancestors' legal history and non-payment of taxes. Explore in-person or hire a researcher.

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Deep Dive: Tips & Tricks Researching on Ancestry & FamilySearch

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Deep Dive: Using Notion to Plan a Research Trip

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Deep Dive: Using AI to Write Family History

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Deep Dive: How I Research

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Deep Dive on NARA Research in Person

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Deep Dive National Archives Research: Popular Records for Pennsylvania Genealogy

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Deep Dive on Pittsburgh Research

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Deep Dive on Philadelphia Research

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Deep Dive on Coroner's Records

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Deep Dive on Prothonotary's Records - Part 2

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Deep Dive on the Prothonotary's Office - Part 1