Brazil Historical Records

Brazil , the largest country in South America, is renowned for its diverse ecosystems and vibrant culture. Spanning a vast area from the Amazon rainforest to bustling cities like Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's historical records capture the nation's complex history, including the influences of indigenous peoples, Portuguese colonization, and African heritage.

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Brazil vital records Brazil, Baptisms, 1688-1935 9,297,886 records available Brazil, Pernambuco Deaths, 1820-2017 5,570,446 records available Brazil, Pernambuco Births and Baptisms, 1800-1920 4,907,984 records available Brazil, Marriages, 1730-1955 2,077,351 records available Brazil, Pernambuco Marriages, 1800-1960 1,924,789 records available Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Civil Registration, 1829-2012 305,998 records available Brazil, Deaths, 1750-1890 85,004 records available See the entire collection catalog of vital records in Brazil	Brazil immigration and travel records Brazil, São Paulo Immigration Cards 4,756,765 records available Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Immigration Cards, 1900-1965 4,754,857 records available See the entire collection catalog of immigration and travel records in Brazil

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