Germans to America Midwest, 1848-1900 presented by Scott Norrick

MIGGS Zoom Meetings

The largest German immigration wave to America was 1848-1900, and the majority of those that came then settled in America’s Midwest. This presentation will examine the reasons why so many Germans were leaving their homeland during this period, as well as why so many settled in America’s Midwest. German immigration trends Ports of departure and ... Read more

Resources for Genealogical Research in Foreign Countries presented by Katherine R. Willson

MIGGS Zoom Meetings

Resources for Genealogical Research in Foreign Countries Free resources are available for beginning online research in any of our immigrant ancestors’ home countries. Presenter bio Katherine R. Willson of Dexter, Michigan, is an engaging and dynamic genealogy lecturer at regional and national events; a full-time researcher for clients; and a genealogy educator for 25+ years, ... Read more