Marriage documents are among the best sources available for family history research. Marriage affects land and property rights for both the man and the woman. There is more than one way to locate marriage data. It is important to remember there are at least 16 official records created at the time a marriage occurs. You have more than one chance to find it. This research guide gives details helping you learn how to accurately prove and document your family history starting with the most valuable records available, the marriage documents. You will also learn how the marriage may lead you to other records and resources that accurately prove your personal family history.