Matthew Locke 1540

[Watson]

Generally speaking, I trace backwards using baptisms, marriages, burials, etc., and verifying each event from contemporary sources.

[oldhippy]

I see. What happens when documents are not available, Some church records become damaged or lost and the further back you go documents don't exist.     

[Watson]

If documents are not available, you have to consider what other sources there may be.  If there are none, the research may come to a halt or face a delay.

[oldhippy]

I'd like to thank you for your help. Best of luck.