A comprehensive knowledge of the Civil War records never hurt a genealogist’s chances at finding an ancestor. But when you just need a quick reminder or helpful reference, then the new Genealogy at a Glance: Civil War Genealogy Research is a great reference. This new addition to the at a Glance series was written by Nancy Hendrickson.
According to Hendrickson, anyone born in the U.S. between 1825 and 1840 is likely to be found in a Civil War records. Often these records carried physical descriptions, name of service companions who may have been neighbors or friends. Widows are listed. Following families after the war may be possible through pension records.
Discover these records and where to find them at a glance through this well-crafted guide.
Like all the Genealogy At A Glance sheets, this guide is a four-page, full-color limited brochure meant to be easily stored and sized to take with you when conducting related research. Also, like other guides, there are plenty of tips by the author and suggested readings.
Contents
Quick Facts
Settlement Background
- Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System
- Naming the War
Types of Civil War Records
- Compiled Military Service Records (CMSR)
- Pension Records
- Civil War Rosters
Census Records
- Federal Censuses
- 1890 Civil War Veterans Schedule
- State Censuses
- Historical Census Data
Other Resources
- Lineage and Patriotic Societies
- Civil War Prisons
- Historic Newspapers
Collections
Further Readings
Online Resources
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