Unlocking French Archives: a guide on how archives are organized and what you may find on MyHeritage

Marine Soulas
Nov 11, 2025
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Welcome
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Speaker's Introduction
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Introduction
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MyHeritage Demo
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Notarial Records
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Military Records
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Census
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Tax Records
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Newspapers
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Announcements / prizes
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Questions / answers
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About this webinar

In this class, you’ll discover how French archives are organized and what types of records you can find when tracing your ancestry in France. We’ll walk you through the geography of archives and through various categories of archives, from civil registers and parish records to military and notarial documents. You’ll also learn which of these invaluable resources are available on MyHeritage, making it easier to uncover your French heritage. If you are starting discovering your French roots, this video will provide essential insights into navigating French archives efficiently and effectively.

About the speakers

About the speakers

Marine Soulas is a French genealogist who has been practicing genealogy for more than twenty years. She is convinced that genealogy is the way to bring generations together around their common history. She is passionate about exploring the differe
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MyHeritage is the leading global destination for discovering, preserving and sharing family history. Our platform and DNA kits make it easy for anyone, anywhere to embark on a meaningful journey into their past and treasure their family stories fo
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