This presentation by James L. Tanner from the BYU Library Family History Center introduces the FamilySearch Places tool as a vital resource for accurately identifying and standardizing geographic locations in genealogical research. Because place names and jurisdictions frequently change over time, the application provides standardized location names, map views, and historical gazetteers to resolve data errors and improve search accuracy across the Family Tree platform. Furthermore, users can research specific locations to discover associated historical data, or actively contribute to the database by suggesting new places and submitting provisional edits for expert review.
