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History (local), Is the activity of finding out more or researching about a very localised area, perhaps the area in which you live, or where you were born. Tracing local history is a pastime that can be pursued alone or as a member of a group.
Popularity
Tracing local history is an activity that has always been a popular activity, but one that has really flourished since the advent of the computer and the wealth of facts available on the Internet.
Location
Many facts can be found from your own home via the Internet, other usefull places to glean information are local libraries, church or parish records, long established inhabitants and your local history group, (most areas have one).
Age
Tracing ones local history is an activity that can become a rewarding pastime to people of all ages. Age and sex have no bar in this interest, all have equall opportunities.
Ability
Nowadays access to the Internet is a definite advantage, as is an inquisitive and methodical nature.
Description
Delving into the past can take many directions, unearthing facts about the origins of the area, the professions and lifestyles of past inhabitants, reasons for changes in the population, and famous peoples connection with the area or events that have changed the area. All of these facts combined, build up an understanding of, and a belonging to the area.
Dedication
Tracing a local history is a pastime that has no set amount of dedication necessary, spent the time on it you want to spend when you want to spend it. Be prepared for many dead end lines of investigation, don't be disheartened as these are more than compensated for, when a seemingly unimportant fact is discovered that explains and possibly ties other ares of investigation together.
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Related Activities
Family history tracing (genealogy) 247, Keeping A Diary 710, Collections 116.
Cost
Costs that may be incurred, include; membership of a local history group £10 per Annam. Cost of copies of official documents, £5 to £10 each. Cost of registering with a commercial Internet specialist search site, costs of which vary greatly.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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