Research scope
All research is performed within the 15 allocated hours, and is delivered in English.
The research follows the direct male line in each of the two branches:
– the starting person’s father, his father, and so on;
– and the mother’s father, his father, and so on.
Spouses are recorded, but their own line is not researched.
If a direct line is broken, the next available line is followed (for example, the mother of a child whom father is unknown).
The research is using French archival sources but may exceptionally extend to Belgium and Luxembourg.
What you receive
- One 100-to-150 page printed book covering both reconstructed lines and containing English transcriptions of the records found
- One 100-to-200 page booklet containing the original record images (typical number of records found: 30 to 50, subject to record availability) Please note: This booklet is not included in the service price and is offered on a complimentary basis due to potential copyright and reuse restrictions imposed by archives.
- Two pedigree charts, one per reconstructed line
Page counts and the number of records found are good‑faith estimates based on typical outcomes; actual figures depend on what the archives contain and may be higher or lower.
Research depth
For a starting person born after the late 1800s, the research may reach the mid‑ to late 1700s.
If the starting person was born before 1800, it may stretch into the early 1700s or, in some cases, the late 1600s.
Everything depends on what records have survived.
Process
1. After your order and payment (full or 50% deposit), you fill out an intake form with known names, dates, places, and any documents you have.
2. Once the form is returned, the research phase starts.
3. The printed book, booklet, and charts are shipped worldwide to your postal address (shipping is included); you can also specify an alternative address before dispatch).
Optional extra (not included in the base price)
– Additional Printed Book(s)
