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This guide links you to a select number of web sites with information on generalogy. Additional guides are available in related subject areas by clicking the LibGuides link at the top. For assistance, please Ask A Librarian.

Comprehensive sites

Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet
Extensive collection of links to U.S. and international resources on genealogy.
FamilySearch.org
Search this database for ancestors' names or browse for information by category: census, court records, land records, military records, heraldry information. Also includes links to genealogy sites and services. Produced and maintained by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Genealogy (About.com)
Helpful source for information on resources and tutorials.
Resources for Genealogists (U.S. National Archives)
Includes information on resources from the National Archives and links to online sources.
RootsWeb
Includes a searchable surname list, electronic mailing list, information for subscribing to genealogy periodicals, and a form for searching the Social Security Death Index. See especially the World Connect Project, which links GEDCOM files submitted by genealogists.
The USGenWeb Project
Provides links to U.S. state- and county-level genealogical information and on-going projects.