Questions tagged [marriage-practices]
For questions about customs, traditions, and laws associated with marriage. Marriage is the social, legal or religious union of two individuals.
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What are Marriage Banns and how can I use them in my research?
There are three dates listed on my third great grandfather's 1825 Church of England Parish Register of marriages:
Oct 23, Oct 30, and Nov 6
All Saints, Tower Hamlets, London, England
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Finding records prior to 1838 for Malone, Franklin County, NY or St. Lawrence County, NY?
How or where does one find records prior to 1838 for Franklin & St. Lawrence County, NY?
Hiram Wheeler Barlow (28 Sep 1820-27 Aug 1876) and his ancestry (parents).
It is believed he was born ...
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To what extent would people in the 1800s travel to get married?
I have ancestors from Hull. I have found a marriage certificate that I think is theirs but that places their marriage in Leeds. How likely is it that they would travel all the way to Leeds to get ...
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