In France, several specific government documents are crucial for genealogists. Tax records, or "registres des impôts," provide insights into an ancestor's financial status and property ownership, revealing economic conditions. Lists of state employees, often found in government archives, can identify ancestors' occupations and their roles in society. State-issued gazettes, like "Le Moniteur Universel," published official announcements, including marriage banns and death notices, offering a glimpse into family events and societal context. Together, these records enrich genealogical research, enabling a deeper understanding of family lineage and historical circumstances.
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- France, Bulletin des Lois Notifications 2,235,881 records
- France, National Directory of Elected Officials 608,885 records
- France, Legion of Honour 366,331 records
- France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais Mining Personnel 138,748 records
- Diplomatic Correspondence of Jean de Montereul and the Brothers de Bellievre, French Ambassadors in England and Scotland, 1645 - 1648, Volume 2 656 records
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