## 11 million civil status documents recorded
Get started the search for his ancestors, it is possible in Loudéac (Côtes-d’Armor). Saturday December 13, 2025, around fifty people participated in the details day offered by the Côtes-d’Armor Genealogical centre. It must be said that there is material to explore with the 11 million civil status documents available in the department!
For the second time in the contry of Loudéac, this departmental genealogy association set down his bags for a day, Saturday December 13, 2025.
Founded in 1985 and based in Saint-Brieuc, it today has 2,300 members and 110 volunteers, who contribute to the enrichment of the association’s database.
> The departmental archives digitize the documents, then our volunteers index them. There are now 11 million civil status records available to Côtes-d’Armor genealogists!
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Some are only accessible to members thanks to a password, but others remain freely accessible, on their website.
## The 1906 census
Military archives, parish registers and the 1906 census, the first where women appear with their maiden names, are of great help to volunteers and genealogists in supporting their research.
[Image of Josseline Adam,vice-president of the association and Michel Lanoë,facilitator of the genealogy workshops in Loudéac (Côtes-d’Armor),Saturday December 13,2025. ©Le Courrier Indépendant]
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But the association seeks to diversify its sources.
“We are trying to get closer to heritage associations, people who trace the history of their town, or even multimedia associations” underlines the president.
## From beginners to advanced
All day long, on the advice of the association’s experienced genealogists, visitors paraded to the five reception posts.
People from Loudéac, and sometimes from further afield, to join and to know how to start or continue research.
Breton Genealogist,82,Dedicates Life to Tracing Ancestry and Inspiring New Generations
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An 82-year-old man from Loudéac,Côtes-d’Armor,France,is dedicating the vast majority of his free time to genealogy,hoping to inspire a new generation to take up the ancient pursuit. Josseline Adam, a key figure in a local genealogy association, recently participated in an information day aimed at attracting new members and highlighting the importance of preserving ancestral records.
Passion for Family History
Josseline Adam reportedly spends approximately 90% of his free time on genealogical research and association work. His dedication stems from a common human desire: understanding one’s roots. Genealogy, the study of family history, has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, fueled by readily available online resources and DNA testing services. https://www.familysearch.org/en/
“We have always asked questions about our ancestors. We saw the ad, we said ‘why not’,” said Daniel and Fabienne, attendees from Saint-Barnabé, demonstrating the appeal of the hobby to those newly curious about their lineage.
The Importance of Indexing and Preservation
Adam’s current focus is on attracting younger members to the association, especially to assist with the crucial task of indexing genealogical information. Indexing involves organizing and cataloging historical records – birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and more – making them searchable and accessible to researchers.This work is vital for preserving family histories and ensuring they are not lost to time.
France has a rich history of record-keeping,with many archives dating back centuries. The French National Archives (https://www.archives-nationales.culture.gouv.fr/) hold a vast collection of documents invaluable to genealogical research.
Future Plans
The association plans to host another information day in Uzel early in 2026, continuing its efforts to engage the community and promote the fascinating world of genealogy. this ongoing outreach is essential for ensuring the continuation of this critically important historical work.
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