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Finding German hometowns can be challenging. Use these 3 free German genealogy websites to put your ancestors on the map in the former German empire and modern-day Poland.

These 30 free genealogy sites can help you search if you have European roots. Do you know where your ancestry is from? I know that my parents are from Puerto Rico, but I also know that the buck doesn't stop there. We have all probably seen and heard about shows or videos where random people are tested to see where their ancestors are from. They are always surprised at what they find. Wouldn't it be cool to be surprised just the same?

Last night I decided to journey across the ocean to see if I can figure out my German ancestry. Needless to say, I didn’t get very far, but I did find this interesting website. It displays the surname on a map! Looks like they are still clustered together in a central area in Germany! Pretty fascinating stuff! I came across this website with links that allow you to map your Surname within any country. Since one branch of my family originated from Germany, I thought this would be both fun and…

Have you mapped your family homesteads? How would you go about mapping a homestead using a land description?

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If you have German ancestry, village genealogy books are an essential resource for extending your family history. Learn where to find these records now!

These maps show how America's ancestry and racial groups cluster in different parts of the country, based on Census data.

As many of you may already know, the region of the world sometimes referred to as Prussia was both large and diverse, incorporating lands far beyond East & West Prussia. My wife’s family comes from one such area, the lands between Kassel and Darmstadt in what is today: Hessen, Germany. If you, like me, are looking for genealogical search aids and portals for the region of today’s German Province (State) of Hesse, here are numerous. But be aware, you will need to use your German skills to…

Master the art of transcribing genealogy records with these essential tips. Learn how to read and interpret old handwriting, uncover hidden family details, and accurately document your ancestors’ stories. Perfect for beginners and seasoned genealogists alike, these techniques will help you preserve family history and create a lasting record for future generations. Start bringing your ancestors’ stories to life today