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Record types and terms

Records types and terms explained, and having more than one record.

Definition of guide terms

Language used in the guides, histories and related information.

Finding records glossary – record types in 19th and 20th centuries

Overview of the various record types found in the guides.

You may have more than one record

Former wards of state and Care Leavers may have three record sources.

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