diff --git a/specification/gedcom-3-structures-1-organization.md b/specification/gedcom-3-structures-1-organization.md index 7d0a4355..a153daae 100644 --- a/specification/gedcom-3-structures-1-organization.md +++ b/specification/gedcom-3-structures-1-organization.md @@ -1136,6 +1136,8 @@ A place, which can be represented in several ways: ordered from smallest to largest. The specific meaning of each element is given by the `FORM` substructure, or in the `HEAD`.`PLAC`.`FORM` if there is no `FORM` substructure. + If neither `FORM` exists, the meaning of the elements are not defined in this specification beyond being names of jurisdictions of some kind, ordered from smallest to largest. + Elements should be left blank if they are unknown, do not apply to the location, or are too specific for the region in question.