Cursive handwriting has a rich history. The first people to write cursive letters were the ancient Romans, who used a form of cursive writing called “scriptura continua” for speed and efficiency. Over… 阅读更多 »How to read cursive handwriting in historical documents
The study of palaeography is something which is one of the most enjoyable aspects of an archivist’s training, but it is not something which is the exclusive preserve of the professional. Anyone can le… 阅读更多 »Useful Tips for Reading Old Handwriting
Family history is all about finding and reading documents, whether you look at scanned images at our site or hunt for the originals in record offices. As you work your way back from recent certificate… 阅读更多 »Tips for Reading Old Handwriting