Italian Genealogy

Italian Genealogy Guide for Understanding Italian Terms

Rediscovering our Past to Preserve for Future Generations

Use these guides to quickly familiarize yourself with complex Italian records. You'll be able to
identify the keywords needed to interpret the records and determine if further research is needed.

Home Page
Surnames
Genealogy Links
Italian Language
Cassano Information

Italian Translations

Listed below are guides to assist you in understanding the basic Italian genealogy terminology and understanding documents written in Italian. By utilizing these useful tools, you will be able to prepare documents in Italian and request research information that is ready to print and mail to the appropriate Italian Agency.

The must have book entitled "Italian Genealogical Records" by Trafford R. Cole will assist you in how to use Italian Civil Records in Family History Research. This book is available at your local Barnes and Noble Bookstore or on line for quick home delivery.