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Birmingham was the cradle of the Industrial Revolution and the world’s first manufacturing town. This talk will equip you to start your research on your Birmingham ancestors. Learn about the challenges of researching in Birmingham and discover the key archives and sources for genealogical records. Find out how key themes in the city’s history, such as migration, strong Roman Catholic and non-conformist traditions, and the rise of manufacturing, are reflected in genealogical records. Sources covered include legal and ecclesiastical archives, local government, business, institutions, societies and schools. Investigate where else you can get help for researching here such as the Family History Society. Note that the talk assumes you have already watched ‘Introduction to County Research in England’.
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Comments (18)
My family was from Wednesbury in Staffordshire. This was a very good introduction of the Midlands for me. I now have some history and great resources that may help me find more information about my family.
I love the history included because it really helps to give an understanding of what people can expect when researching here. Great job!
My 2nd great-grandfather was born in Birmingham. His father was a jeweller and this particular webinar has been so informative I really need to watch it again.Thank you Mike Sharpe and Family Tree Webinars for producing such a wealth of genealogical information.
Excellent Webinar, wish it was longer. Mike is an awesome speaker and would love to hear more of him
For learning about Birmingham England, this was an excellent overview. He organized information extremely well. It will and is very helpful to my research. Wish there had been more time.
Wonderful and informative webinar!!
Fantastic! So much useful information! Thank you!
very good presentation