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Session was published in 2025

Hatched, Matched & Dispatched: Chasing Ancestors Through U.S. Vital Records

They were born, they married, and eventually… they died. Along the way, they left behind a trail of paperwork! In this lively session, we’ll dive into U.S. birth, marriage, and death records—the “vital” clues that help you piece together your family history. You’ll learn where to find these records, what juicy details they can reveal, and how to use them to track your ancestors across time and place. Whether your relatives were city slickers or prairie pioneers, these essential documents will help bring their stories to life. Perfect for beginners and curious researchers alike!

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