This is an apparent flaw in RM. The scholarly journals certainly use double dating before 1583/4. It would be desirable to have the ability to use them in our databases. Jim Bullock Littleton, Colorado -----Original Message----- From: rootsmagic-users-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:rootsmagic-users-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Suzanne Brayer Sent: Sunday, July 01, 2012 6:08 PM To: rootsmagic-users@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [RMagic] Double Dating before 17th Century <Snip> Double dates entered with years before 1583/4 are treated as unrecognized dates, while double dates entered for 25 Mar to 31 Dec after 1583 are also treated as unrecognized dates. <Snip>