Switzerland, Fribourg, Census, 1836 - FamilySearch Historical Records

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1836 census for the Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. For each individual recorded the details include name, birthplace, age, marital status, and occupation. If the individual is absent, their current residence is given. The original records are located in the Archives de l'Etat de Fribourg, Switzerland.

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 * Full name of each person in the household
 * Where each person was born
 * Age of each person
 * Occupation

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Suíça, Friburgo, Censo, 1836 (Registros Históricos do FamilySearch)