United States Census

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 * United States &gt;  Census
 * United States &gt;  Census

Introduction
A census is a count and description of the population of a country, state, county, or city. Census lists are also called “schedules." In the United States a nationwide census has been taken every ten years since 1790. For details see United States Federal Census.

You can use censuses to:


 * Find the residence of a family.
 * Follow the family over time.
 * Determine family relationships.
 * Show clues for finding other records.

Contents of Federal Censuses
Blank forms for the US Census

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