Deciphering and Analyzing Pre-1850 Census Records: Turning Tick Marks into People

Unlock the secrets of pre-1850 census records in this informative presentation. Discover how to decode tick marks from 1790 to 1840 using an automated Excel spreadsheet for efficient collection and analysis. Learn strategies to cross-reference with later censuses (1850 and beyond) to assign names and reconstruct families. Gain insights into validating your findings and ensuring accuracy in identifying ancestral records. Attendees will receive a complimentary automated Excel worksheet to jumpstart their research, making this session essential for genealogists looking to bridge gaps in their family tree. Prerequisite: A basic understanding of Excel and how to find census records.