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    Washington DC birth records date back to 1874 when formal registration began. Earlier records were maintained by churches and hospitals. The Department of Health oversees access to these records, which remain restricted for 100 years. Additional historical resources are available through the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), which provides access to related genealogical records.

    Washington DC, as the U.S. capital, has a history tied to African American communities, government officials, and foreign diplomats. Its records reflect diverse migration patterns.



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    Maor Malul. (2025, February 24). *District of Columbia birth records index*. MyHeritage Wiki. https://www.myheritage.com/wiki/District_of_Columbia_birth_records_index