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German archives and parishes often refer family history letters to historical or genealogical societies. Members of these societies can usually search the local archives. Sometimes the archive will recommend other archives to which you can write. | German archives and parishes often refer family history letters to historical or genealogical societies. Members of these societies can usually search the local archives. Sometimes the archive will recommend other archives to which you can write. | ||
When writing to a German-speaking archive or library, it is best to write in German. For help in writing a letter in German, see the German [[ | When writing to a German-speaking archive or library, it is best to write in German. For help in writing a letter in German, see the German [[German Letter Writing Guide|Letter-Writing Guide]]. Electronic translation tools should be avoided. Letters written in English are preferable to those translated electronically. | ||
Materials useful for family history research can be found in various archives, including | Materials useful for family history research can be found in various archives, including | ||