Searching Spanish-language records is most effective when keywords, occupations, and place names are entered into search fields in Spanish. The tools below can help non-Spanish speakers find Spanish words to search with.

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• Spanish genealogy terminology
• Symbols found in genealogical texts

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• Hispanic Family History
• Beginning Spanish Research

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