In Colombia, marriage records are an essential resource for genealogists, providing key details for tracing family histories. These records date back to the Spanish colonial era, with Catholic priests documenting marriages in parish registers. During this period, these church records often included important information such as the couple's names, ages, hometowns, and social status. After Colombia's independence from Spain in 1810, civil registration was introduced in 1887, allowing for more standardized and accessible marriage documents. Marriage records in Colombia are invaluable for genealogists, offering insights into familial connections, regional migrations, and social structures across various historical periods, making them a vital tool for researching Colombian ancestry.
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Colombia, Marriages, 1750-1960 |
