Devonfhs.org.uk
Title
DEVON FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY
Description
The Devon Family History Society , formed in 1976, now has a membership of over 5,500, making it one of the largest in the UK. The Society is a member of the Federation of Family History Societies, an international body which has over 200 member societies throughout the world. Contacts with other societies can encourage mutual interests and reciprocal research. The Federation publishes many useful aids for family historians. Devon FHS is also a member of SWAG, the South West Area Group of FHSs, a regional group of 12 societies. Contact with other societies encourages mutual interests and reciprocal research.
is quarterly journal with articles full of background information about the lives and times of Devon families and other information helping members to keep themselves well informed about developments in family history. Each edition includes names being researched by new members.
All New Members receive an Information Booklet containing useful details on where to find genealogical and historical records in Devon and other parts of the country, plus an A3 parish map to help you locate your Devon roots.
