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Most Danish emigrants left through the port of København (Copenhagen). (See also FamilySearch: [[Copenhagen: Emigration and Immigration|Copenhagen: Emigration and Immigration]].) The departure records from this port are called passenger lists. These lists begin in 1869. The information in them varies over time, but it usually includes the emigrants' names, ages, occupations, and destinations. Relationships and last residence or birthplace may also be given. | Most Danish emigrants left through the port of København (Copenhagen). (See also FamilySearch: [[Copenhagen: Emigration and Immigration|Copenhagen: Emigration and Immigration]].) The departure records from this port are called passenger lists. These lists begin in 1869. The information in them varies over time, but it usually includes the emigrants' names, ages, occupations, and destinations. Relationships and last residence or birthplace may also be given. | ||
The original records of Copenhagen can be found at the national archive. The Family History Library has | The original records of Copenhagen can be found at the national archive or the Provincial Archives of Zealand [Landsarkivet for Sjælland] in Copenhagen; copies are at the Danes Worldwide Archives in Ålborg.<ref name="profile">The Family History Department of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, “Family History Record Profile: Denmark,” Word document, private files of the FamilySearch Content Strategy Team, 1987-1998.</ref> The Family History Library has microfilmed 100% of these records dating from 1869 to 1911. You can also search the Copenhagen Emigration Records through: [http://www.emiarch.dk/home.php Emiarch Home] | ||
You will find microform copies of the original Copenhagen emigration records by doing a Place search of the FamilySearch Catalog under DENMARK - EMIGRATION AND IMMIGRATION. | You will find microform copies of the original Copenhagen emigration records by doing a Place search of the FamilySearch Catalog under DENMARK - EMIGRATION AND IMMIGRATION. | ||
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Internet: [http://www.udvandrerarkivet.dk/forside/# Udvandrerarkivet forside] | Internet: [http://www.udvandrerarkivet.dk/forside/# Udvandrerarkivet forside] | ||
It is a good idea to include a self-addressed envelope and several international postage coupons with your request. | It is a good idea to include a self-addressed envelope and several international postage coupons with your request. | ||
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