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| title = Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists, 1851-1921
| LOC_01 = Prussia
| LOC_02 = Brandenburg
| LOC_03 = Wittenberge
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| record_type = City Directories and Citizen Lists
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| end_year = 1921
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| title_language =Deutschland, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, Stadt-Verzeichnisse
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| FS_URL_04 = [[How to Find Birth, Marriage, and Death Records for Brandenburg, Germany|'''How to Find Birth, Marriage, and Death Records for Brandenburg, Germany''']]
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| RW_URL_01 = [http://www.hot-map.com/deutschlandkarte Interactive German Map]
| RW_URL_02 = [http://www.landeshauptarchiv-brandenburg.de/ Brandenburgisches Landeshauptarchiv]
| RW_URL_03 = [http://www.ekd.de/english/ Evangelical Church in Germany]
| RW_URL_04 = [http://adressbuecher.genealogy.net/ Historic Address books: Search]
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| Current_LOC = Parts of Brandenburg are located in Germany and Poland.
| custodian =[https://www.wittenberge.de/verwaltung/einheiten/3265/stadtarchiv.html Stadtarchiv Wittenberge]
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== What is in This Collection? ==
This collection consist of citizen lists and city directories for Wittenberge located in the Stadtarchiv Wittenberge.
 
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=== Index and Image Visibility ===
{{Image Visibility}}
=== Reading These Records ===
These records are in German. For help reading them see:
*[[German Language and Languages]]
*[[German Genealogical Word List]]
*[[Germany Handwriting]]
*FamilySearch Learning Center videos:
**[https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/german-paleography-seminar-introduction German Paleography Seminar]
=== To Browse This Collection ==={{Collection_Browse_Link
|CID=CID2037956  
| title=Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists, 1851-1921  
| title=Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists, 1851-1921  
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| LOC_01 =Brandenburg 
== What Can These Records Tell Me? ==
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The following information may be found in these records:
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*Name
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*Address or residence
| record_type =City Directories and Citizen Lists
*Birthdate and place
| start_year = 1851
*Religion
| end_year = 1921 
*Nationality
| language = [[German Language and Languages|German]]               
== Collection Content ==
| title_language =Deutschland, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, Stadt-Verzeichnisse
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| FS_URL_03 = [[Germany Church History]]               
| FS_URL_04 = [[Germany Church Records]]                 
| FS_URL_05 = [[Germany Genealogy]]               
| RW_URL_01 = [http://www.hot-map.com/deutschlandkarte Interactive German Map]               
| RW_URL_02 = [http://www.landeshauptarchiv-brandenburg.de/ Brandenburgisches Landeshauptarchiv]                 
| RW_URL_03 = [http://www.ekd.de/english/ Evangelical Church in Germany]               
| RW_URL_04 = [http://adressbuecher.genealogy.net/ Historic Address books: Search]               
| Current_LOC = Parts of Brandenburg are located in Germany and Poland.           
| custodian =  [https://www.wittenberge.de/verwaltung/einheiten/3265/stadtarchiv.html Stadtarchiv Wittenberge]             
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== What is in this Collection? ==                
The collection consists of the following records for Wittenberge. The records are located in the Stadtarchiv Wittenberge.
=== Sample Images  ===            
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Image:Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists DGS 7252045 530.jpg|City Directory   
Image:Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists DGS 7252045 530.jpg|City Directory   
Image:Germany Brandenburg Wittenberge City Directories and Citizen Lists DGS 7252050 115.jpg|Citizen List   
Image:Germany Brandenburg Wittenberge City Directories and Citizen Lists DGS 7252050 115.jpg|1880-99 Citizen List   
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==How Do I Search This Collection? ==                
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{{HR Tip|More images are available in the FamilySearch Catalog at [https://familysearch.org/search/catalog/2037956 Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists, 1851-1921]. Some catalog records link to multiple references. In this case, click on a reference to find a camera icon to see images.}}
=== How Do I Analyze the Results? ===
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log |research log]].


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== What Do I Do Next? ==
To search the collection fill in the requested information in the boxes on the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the individuals in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to look at the information on several individuals comparing the information about them to your ancestors to make this determination.             
 
===I Found Who I was Looking for, Now What?===                 
=== I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? ===
*Use the age in the citizen to find an approximate birth year to begin your search in church or civil records.                 
*Add any new information to your records                  
*Continue to search the records to identify children, siblings, parents, and other relatives who may have moved, been recruited or lived nearby. This can help you identify other generations of your family. Repeat this process for each new generation you identify. Compile the entries for every person who has the same surname; this is especially helpful in rural areas or if the surname is unusual. This compiled list can help you identify possible relations that can be further verified by researching [https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Germany_Vital_Records_Index_(FamilySearch_Historical_Records) vital records] in the country.                  
*Use the age to find an approximate birth year to begin your search in church or civil records            
*When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. Save a copy of the image or transcribe the information. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details such as a title, an occupation, or land ownership. Add this new information to your records of each family. You should also look for leads to other records about your ancestors.                  
*Continue to search the records to identify children, siblings, parents, and other relatives who may have moved, been recruited or lived nearby. This can help you identify other generations of your family. Repeat this process for each new generation you identify. Compile the entries for every person who has the same surname; this is especially helpful in rural areas or if the surname is unusual. This compiled list can help you identify possible relations that can be further verified by researching [https://familysearch.org/wiki/en/Germany_Vital_Records_Index_(FamilySearch_Historical_Records) vital records] in the country                 
*[[Germany Church Records|Church Records]] often were kept years before government records were required and are a good source for finding ancestors before 1900.               
*When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. Save a copy of the image or transcribe the information. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details such as a title, an occupation, or land ownership. Add this new information to your records of each family. You should also look for leads to other records about your ancestors                 
===I Can't Find Who I'm Looking for, Now What?===                     
*[[Germany Church Records|Church Records]] often were kept years before government records were required and are a good source for finding ancestors before 1900  
*Switch to a different record collection. Depending on the time period, either German Civil Registration records or German Church records may be more useful.                          
===I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?===                     
*While searching, it is helpful to know such information as the ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as an ancestor and that the ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times.                
*Consult the [[Germany Record Finder]] to find other records
*Keep in mind that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name.                
*Switch to a different record collection. Depending on the time period, either German Civil Registration records or German Church records may be more useful                         
*Standard spelling of names typically did not exist during the periods our ancestors lived in. Try variations of your ancestor’s name while searching the index or browsing through images. Pay special attention to how the name should have been pronounced and try variations on the pronunciation.               
*While searching, it is helpful to know such information as the ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as an ancestor and that the ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times.          
*Remember that sometimes individuals went by [http://usgenweb.org/research/nicknames.shtml nicknames] or alternated between using first and middle names. Try searching for [http://genealogy.about.com/od/first_names/fl/nickname-given-name-equivalents.htm these names] as well.             
*Keep in mind that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name                 
*Search the indexes and records of [[Germany Societies|local genealogical societies]].      
*Standard spelling of names typically did not exist during the periods our ancestors lived in. Try variations of your ancestor’s name while searching the index or browsing through images. Pay special attention to how the name should have been pronounced and try variations on the pronunciation
         
*Search the indexes and records of [[Germany Societies|local genealogical societies]]
== Citations for This Collection ==  
=== Research Helps ===
Citing your sources makes it easy for others to find and evaluate the records you used. When you copy information from a record, list where you found that information. Here you can find citations already created for the entire collection and for each individual record or image. 
The following articles will help you research your family in [[Germany Genealogy|Germany]].
* [[Germany Research Tips and Strategies]]
* [[Germany Record Finder]]
== Citing This Collection ==
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
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Wittenberge, Brandenburg, 
Prussia, Germany
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Location of Wittenberge, Brandenburg, Prussia, Germany
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Location of Germany
Current Location
Parts of Brandenburg are located in Germany and Poland.
Record Description
Record Type City Directories and Citizen Lists
Collection years: 1851-1921
Languages: German
Title in the Language: Deutschland, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, Stadt-Verzeichnisse
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What is in This Collection?[edit | edit source]

This collection consist of citizen lists and city directories for Wittenberge located in the Stadtarchiv Wittenberge.

Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.

Index and Image Visibility[edit | edit source]

Whenever possible FamilySearch makes images and indexes available for all users. However, rights to view these data are limited by contract and subject to change. Because of this there may be limitations on where and how images and indexes are available or who can see them. Please be aware some collections consist only of partial information indexed from the records and do not contain any images. For additional information about image restrictions see Restrictions for Viewing Images in FamilySearch Historical Record Collections.

Reading These Records[edit | edit source]

These records are in German. For help reading them see:

To Browse This Collection

You can browse through images in this collection using the waypoints on the Collection Browse Page for Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists, 1851-1921.

What Can These Records Tell Me?[edit | edit source]

The following information may be found in these records:

  • Name
  • Address or residence
  • Birthdate and place
  • Religion
  • Nationality

Collection Content[edit | edit source]

Sample Images[edit | edit source]

  • City Directory

    City Directory

  • 1880-99 Citizen List

    1880-99 Citizen List

How Do I Search This Collection?[edit | edit source]

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

  • Your ancestor's name
  • Residence
  • Age or birth date
  • Names of family members

Search the Index[edit | edit source]

This collection does not have a searchable index. Only images are available. See View the Images to access them.

View the Images[edit | edit source]

View images in this collection by visiting the Collection Browse Page:
  1. Select Quellengattung und Zeitraum to view the images
Tip
 More images are available in the FamilySearch Catalog at Germany, Brandenburg, Wittenberge, City Directories and Citizen Lists, 1851-1921. Some catalog records link to multiple references. In this case, click on a reference to find a camera icon to see images.

How Do I Analyze the Results?[edit | edit source]

Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

What Do I Do Next?[edit | edit source]

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]

  • Add any new information to your records
  • Use the age to find an approximate birth year to begin your search in church or civil records
  • Continue to search the records to identify children, siblings, parents, and other relatives who may have moved, been recruited or lived nearby. This can help you identify other generations of your family. Repeat this process for each new generation you identify. Compile the entries for every person who has the same surname; this is especially helpful in rural areas or if the surname is unusual. This compiled list can help you identify possible relations that can be further verified by researching vital records in the country
  • When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. Save a copy of the image or transcribe the information. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details such as a title, an occupation, or land ownership. Add this new information to your records of each family. You should also look for leads to other records about your ancestors
  • Church Records often were kept years before government records were required and are a good source for finding ancestors before 1900

I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]

  • Consult the Germany Record Finder to find other records
  • Switch to a different record collection. Depending on the time period, either German Civil Registration records or German Church records may be more useful
  • While searching, it is helpful to know such information as the ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as an ancestor and that the ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times.
  • Keep in mind that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name
  • Standard spelling of names typically did not exist during the periods our ancestors lived in. Try variations of your ancestor’s name while searching the index or browsing through images. Pay special attention to how the name should have been pronounced and try variations on the pronunciation
  • Search the indexes and records of local genealogical societies

Research Helps[edit | edit source]

The following articles will help you research your family in Germany.

Citing This Collection[edit | edit source]

Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.

Collection Citation:
The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Cite This Collection.
Image Citation:
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