Poland, Tarnow Roman Catholic Diocese Church Books - FamilySearch Historical Records

Poland

What is in the Collection?
This collection contains an index to baptismal, marriage, and burial records from the Diocese of Tarnow for the years 1612-1900.

Coverage Table
For a list of localities, event types, years covered, and the number of records in this collection, refer to Poland Tarnow Roman Catholic Diocese Church Books (FamilySearch Historical Records) Coverage Table.

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