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Before 1820 German emigration was largely a group phenomenon. Therefore, strategies for locating a town of origin in Germany must include research on the emigrant, potential family members, neighbors, and other associates. Finding the ancestor on an incoming passenger list can be especially helpful. | Before 1820 German emigration was largely a group phenomenon. Therefore, strategies for locating a town of origin in Germany must include research on the emigrant, potential family members, neighbors, and other associates. Finding the ancestor on an incoming passenger list can be especially helpful. | ||
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A detailed explanation of research strategies for finding the German birthplace of early German immigrants is found [http://www.progenealogists.com/germany/articles/Ger1700sEm.htm here]. | A detailed explanation of research strategies for finding the German birthplace of early German immigrants is found [http://www.progenealogists.com/germany/articles/Ger1700sEm.htm here]. | ||
=== 18th Century Sources for Locating German Emigrants <br> === | |||
==== Manumission Records ==== | ==== Manumission Records ==== | ||