<DIV>Explore Your German Ancestry!<P>Follow your family tree back to its roots in Bavaria, Baden, Prussia, Hesse, Saxony, Wurttemburg and beyond. This in-depth genealogy guide will walk you step by step through the exciting journey of researching your German heritage, whether your ancestors came from lands now in modern-day Germany or other German-speaking areas of Europe, including Austria, Switzerland, and enclaves across Eastern Europe.</P><P>In this book, you'll learn how to:<UL><LI>Retrace your German immigrant ancestors' voyage from Europe to America.</LI><LI>Pinpoint the precise place in Europe your ancestors came from.</LI><LI>Uncover birth, marriage, death, church, census, court, military, and other records documenting your ancestors' lives.</LI><LI>Access German records of your family from your own hometown.</LI><LI>Decipher German-language records, including unfamiliar German script.</LI><LI>Understand German names and naming patterns that offer research clues.</LI></UL> You'll also find maps, timelines, sample records and resource lists throughout the book for quick and easy reference. Whether you're just beginning your family tree or a longtime genealogy researcher, the <I>Family Tree German Genealogy Guide</I> will help you conquer the unique challenges of German research and uncover your ancestors' stories.</P></DIV>