English Birth, Christening or Baptism Date

Births, Baptisms or Christenings
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1538-1836
Church records varied by date, locale and religion. The Church of England parish records began in 1538. Non-conformist chapels, Roman Catholic and Quaker records began as early as the 1600s. If you don't know which church your ancestor belonged to, start with the Church of England. [[England Church Records|Read more....]]

1837-1900