Land records can be used to establish where a person lived and when they actually lived there. This type of information is a fantastic genealogical resource, when combined with other records you have. You can discover when ownership of land changed hands and learn about the early settlement schemes that were in place. You will discover who had gold leases during the various gold rushes, also if someone received land via the many returned soldier settlement schemes.
You will certainly find this a most interesting avenue of genealogical research into your family history. Below are some links you can use to discover more about land records:-
In the USA I would suggest that you go to Cyndi's List Land Records and look up the links which relate to your specific location and also Ancestry.com.
Canada, UK and Australia you can also go to Cyndi's List Land Records, but also check out our friends at Ancestry for further information.
Again if you don't find what you are looking for try a google search. Always try to get the information for free if possible, before resorting to a paying option.
Talk to you again soon.
Peter Annett
Monday, June 7, 2010
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