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Genealogy
Jamboree

October

07
Saturday
2:00PM - 3:00PM

Introduction to U.S. Naturalization

Presenter: Sara Cochran


Millions came, stayed, and naturalized. The benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen were significant and included the right to vote and claim land under the homestead act. In this overview of the naturalization process we’ll look at key laws and requirements for citizenship, from 1776 to the mid-1900s, and the records generated by the process.

Level:
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Topic:
General Research Techniques