As Bastille Day approaches, MyHeritage is excited to offer free access to our extensive collection of French census records, from July 11-16, 2024. This is a great opportunity for our users to explore their French heritage and uncover valuable information about their ancestors.
Search French census records for free!
Bastille Day, celebrated on July 14th, marks the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, a pivotal event during the French Revolution. This day is a national holiday in France, symbolizing freedom, democracy, and the unity of the French people.
MyHeritage has 17 collections of French census records, totaling 131,286,534 records. These collections span various regions and time periods, providing a comprehensive view of the population in France over the years.
These records typically include vital information such as names, ages, birthplaces, occupations, and residences, offering a detailed snapshot of your ancestors’ lives. They are crucial for building family trees, verifying familial connections, and gaining insights into the daily lives of your relatives.
French census records are invaluable for several reasons:
- The records cover extensive periods, allowing you to trace your family history over multiple generations.
- Census records provide not only names and ages but also occupations, birthplaces, and other crucial details that help paint a complete picture of your ancestors’ lives.
- These records serve as primary sources for verifying family connections and ensuring the accuracy of your research.
- Understanding the context in which your ancestors lived helps enrich your knowledge of your family’s cultural and social history.
This Bastille Day, take advantage of our free access period to explore your French roots. These census records are a treasure trove of information waiting to be discovered.
Happy Bastille Day, and happy searching!
