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Preparing for your Trip to the Family History Library

James M. Beidler
Feb 15, 2019
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Introduction
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History
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FHL Today
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Vault Films
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Staff Assistance
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Research Prep
21m 51s
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Travel Prep
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During Trip
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Summary
2m 36s

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A lot of genealogists call the Family History Library in Salt Lake City their “Mecca,” and since it’s the world largest repository of genealogical materials, that designation is fitting. This presentation runs through the library’s history, its prime resources and how planning ahead can make your trip more rewarding.

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James M. Beidler
James M. Beidler, former Interim Executive Director for the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania, is the author of four commercially published genealogy books as well as writing “
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