Reported records of exploration by colonists into the Carolinas began in 1622. Carolina became an official colony in 1663 by charter of Charles II. The province was split in two, north and south, in 1710. This is just part of the “Settlement Background” information found in the new laminated guide, Genealogy at a Glance: North Carolina Genealogy Research.
Written by Michael A. Ports, this “At a Glance” guide follows the same format and pattern as similar guides of the same name. This guide is a four-page, full-color limited brochure meant to be easily stored and sized to take with you when conducting related research. Useful history is provided for standard genealogical record sources. There are plenty of “further readings” suggested by the author.
The listing of major repositories and online sources provide locations to search for the records described in the guide.
Contents for this guide:
Quick Facts & Important Dates
Settlement Background
Record Sources
- Marriage and Divorce Records
- Birth and Death Records
- Land Grant Records
- Probate Records
- Military Records
Supplementary Sources
- State Census of 1785-1787
- Bonds
Major Repositories
Online Resources
Order Genealogy at a Glance: North Carolina Genealogy Research from Family Roots Publishing.