We are pleased to welcome Gail Blankenau of Lincoln, Nebraska who will present this webinar.

 

Tracing Swiss ancestors requires a different mindset—and the right tools. In this webinar, you’ll be introduced to the distinctive features of Swiss genealogy, including church records and their tie to religious tradition, research challenges created by Switzerland’s official languages, and the uniquely Swiss concept of citizenship.

 

Using three real-life case studies, this program demonstrates how U.S. records can point the way to Swiss sources and how Swiss records, in turn, can unlock generations of family history. You’ll learn where to find digitized Swiss church records, helpful maps, how to make the most of key online portals, and why the Register of Swiss Surnames is such a useful research tool. Whether you’re new to Swiss research or looking to break through a stubborn brick wall, this session will equip you with proven strategies and practical examples.

 

Handouts will be provided on the GGS Website www.ggsmn.org for GGS Members in the Member's Only section prior to the Webinar. This webinar will be recorded and available in the same location on the website. If you have forgotten your log in information, instructions of how to retrieve it are on the website.