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Genealogy Master Index (BGMI), produced by Ancestry.com, is a remarkable tool for both novice and expert researchers. The contents are indexed from a broad range of sources, including subject encyclopedias, biographical dictionaries, popular periodicals, literary criticism, history publications, academic catalogues, political profiles, and more.

You will find a variety of references here to help you fill in the gaps of your family tree, as well as discover sources for fascinating information on notable figures who may or may not be associated with your family. With entries updated as recently as 1995 and birthdates cataloged up to 1920, this index is one of the most comprehensive works of its kind.

BGMI also features the powerful AncestryView technology. With AncestryView, you can find important facts about each name and detail of the extensive BGMI collection in seconds. It also offers a friendly, seamless interface for switching from offline to online research!

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