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''[[United States|United States]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois_Emigration_and_Immigration|Illinois Emigration and Immigration]]<br>'' | ''[[United States|United States]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Illinois_Emigration_and_Immigration|Illinois Emigration and Immigration]]<br>'' | ||
[[Image:{{Dutch Windmill in Illinois}}]] | [[Image:{{Dutch Windmill in Illinois}}]] | ||
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The abundance and availability of land attracted the most Swedish immigrants, especially [[Illinois]] and [[Minnesota]]. For further reading, see: [[Swedish American: Illinois History|Swedish American: Illinois History]]. | The abundance and availability of land attracted the most Swedish immigrants, especially [[Illinois]] and [[Minnesota]]. For further reading, see: [[Swedish American: Illinois History|Swedish American: Illinois History]]. | ||
SEE ALSO: | SEE ALSO: [[Illinois Migration]] for information about migration routes | ||
=== Records === | === Records === | ||
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Major ports of entry for immigrants who settled in Illinois include New Orleans, New York, and Canadian ports. Records of passengers have not been found for the ports and harbors in Illinois. | Major ports of entry for immigrants who settled in Illinois include New Orleans, New York, and Canadian ports. Records of passengers have not been found for the ports and harbors in Illinois. | ||
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See the [[Illinois Ethnic Groups|Ethnic Groups]] and [[Illinois Naturalization and Citizenship|Naturalization and Citizenship]] sections for further information. | See the [[Illinois Ethnic Groups|Ethnic Groups]] and [[Illinois Naturalization and Citizenship|Naturalization and Citizenship]] sections for further information. | ||
<br>See [[Tracing LDS Ancestors|Tracing LDS Ancestors]] for records of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) in Illinois. | <br>See [[Tracing LDS Ancestors|Tracing LDS Ancestors]] for records of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) in Illinois. | ||
=== Histories === | === Histories === | ||
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Consult Illinois county wiki pages for available county histories. Many of these histories contain information about ethnic groups which settled that county. Explore the wiki page [[Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois|Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois]]. These books include a section or volume about Illinois state history and then a second volume or section specific to the history of the respective county. The wiki page shows available copies and where online digital copies can be accessed. | Consult Illinois county wiki pages for available county histories. Many of these histories contain information about ethnic groups which settled that county. Explore the wiki page [[Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois|Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois]]. These books include a section or volume about Illinois state history and then a second volume or section specific to the history of the respective county. The wiki page shows available copies and where online digital copies can be accessed. | ||
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=== Learn More === | === Learn More === | ||
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*Everton, George B.''The Handy Book for Genealogists''. Logan, Utah: 1999.[http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/48077118 Other libraries (WorldCat)]{{FHL|611933|item|disp=FHL book 973 D27e}})''.'' This well-known reference is described in the [[United States]] article.Includes maps of several migration trails into Illinois and other states. | *Everton, George B.''The Handy Book for Genealogists''. Logan, Utah: 1999.[http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/48077118 Other libraries (WorldCat)]{{FHL|611933|item|disp=FHL book 973 D27e}})''.'' This well-known reference is described in the [[United States]] article.Includes maps of several migration trails into Illinois and other states. | ||
<br>Immigration information can be found on state, county and local levels. Links to county pages appear below. Additional resources for Illinois immigration may be found in the {{FHL|460747|subject-id|disp= Illinois-Emigration and Immigration}} topic page of the FamilySearch Catalog . Copies of records on FHL microfilm and microfiche can be ordered for viewing at [[Family History Centers|Family History Centers]]. Also find Illinois immigration resources available at [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Illinois+Immigration&qt=owc_search other libraries (WorldCat)]. Explore how to search [[Worldcat Online Catalog|WorldCat]] and the [[FamilySearch Catalog|FamilySearch Catalog]].<br> | <br>Immigration information can be found on state, county and local levels. Links to county pages appear below. Additional resources for Illinois immigration may be found in the {{FHL|460747|subject-id|disp= Illinois-Emigration and Immigration}} topic page of the FamilySearch Catalog . Copies of records on FHL microfilm and microfiche can be ordered for viewing at [[Family History Centers|Family History Centers]]. Also find Illinois immigration resources available at [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Illinois+Immigration&qt=owc_search other libraries (WorldCat)]. Explore how to search [[Worldcat Online Catalog|WorldCat]] and the [[FamilySearch Catalog|FamilySearch Catalog]].<br> | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{Illinois|Illinois}} | {{Illinois|Illinois}} | ||
[[Category:Illinois | [[Category:Illinois]][[Category:United States Emigration and Immigration]] | ||