I have not visited this site for several months and was amazed to see that you can now actually view the original land deed. Not all of the land deeds are available for viewing at this web site, but you can order them from the land office. Further information and instruction are on the home page. The land records begin in 1820. Go to: http://www.glorecords.blm.gov/search/search.asp Type in the surname you are searching. Chose ALL STATES or which ever state that you wish to have searched. Next page: Once the name is searched, click on Details in the left column. Next page: Land Patent Details. Scroll right. In the header you will have four choices. Patent description, legal land description, document image and certified copy. Click: document image. Make your choice on how to view the document image. The original land deed will appear. You can now scan, print or save the document. Have fun, this is a great web site. Jean Kobel and Coble list manager