German Language and Script Guide for Genealogists Premium
If you can arm yourself with a basic vocabulary of a few dozen words, you'll be able to read many of the genealogical records that are written in German.
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Free German Genealogy Terms Reference Charts
These translations of common German genealogy terms can be a big help when researching your ancestors, from reviewing documents to looking through an old family journal.
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Free Map of the German Diaspora in Europe Download
Your German-speaking ancestors might not have come from Germany proper—German “enclaves” are scattered across Europe. See the different groups and the regions where they settled. Receive your free copy of our Map of the German Diaspora in Europe by clicking the button below. Get the Map of the German Diaspora in Europe in PDF format:
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Q&A: German Genealogy Research Premium
Have tough questions about researching your German ancestors? From naming patterns to locating records, our genealogy experts have the answers!
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The 12 Best German Genealogy Websites
Dive into millions of church records, immigration documents, gazetteers, maps and more with these top German genealogy websites.
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German Christmas Traditions to Celebrate the Season
These authentically German Christmas traditions are a great way to celebrate the season as well as your family's German heritage.
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6 Websites for Deciphering Old German Script
Text in German genealogy records can be difficult. Here are six free websites (plus bonus alphabet chart!) for deciphering Old German script.
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A Quick Guide to German Genealogy Groups
Connect to a network of researchers with German genealogy groups! This quick guide from German expert James M. Beidler will get you started.
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How Genealogy in Germany Compares to US Genealogy
Many US genealogists have German ancestors. But genealogy in Germany—for Germans themselves—often looks different than it does in the United States. German expert James M. Beidler discusses how research in the two countries differs.
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When Multiple German Towns Have the Same Name Premium
When researching German family history, there may be more than one town with the same name. Here are tips for deciphering which one your ancestors'.
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Tips for Searching for Your German Ancestral Village
Knowing the exact German village your ancestors came from can make all the difference in your genealogy research. Here are some tips for tracing yours.
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Trace Your German Ancestors on Compgen.de/Genealogy.net Premium
On the free Compgen.de website, local genealogists serve up a wealth of German records and research know-how. We’ll show you around the site.
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