Vallarsa, Trento, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy Genealogy

Italy

Trentino-Alto Adige

Trento

Vallarsa

Guide to Vallarsa municipality, Italy ancestry, family history, and genealogy: birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, and military records.

History

Vallarsa was established in the 13th century.

Jurisdictions:

• The Bishop of Trent
• The Castelbarco family
• The Republic of Venice
• The Austrian Empire
• Italy

Major events:

• 1220 Fire: A large fire occurred in 1220, which may have contributed to the name "Vallarsa" (meaning "burned valley").
• World War I: Vallarsa was a battleground during World War I, with heavy fighting between Austrian and Italian forces. The population was evacuated and many structures were destroyed.
• 1916 Strafexpedition: A major Austrian offensive in 1916 resulted in intense fighting on Monte Pasubio.
• Post-war emigration: After World War I, many residents emigrated due to the devastation of the war and the decline of agriculture.

Resources

Church Records

• 1622-1923 Registri ecclesiastici di Vallarsa (Trento), 1622-1923(*); Parrocchia di Vallarsa (Trento) at FamilySearch Catalog - images
• 1788-1923 Registri ecclesiastici di Camposilvano (Trento), 1788-1923(*); Parrocchia di Camposilvano (Trento) at FamilySearch Catalog - images
• 1789-1923 Registri ecclesiastici di Matassone (Trento), 1789-1923(*); Parrocchia di Matassone (Trento) at FamilySearch Catalog - images

Repositories

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