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Your immigrant ancestors are the foundation of your roots in the US, but why did they come? Learn how to find their emigration, immigration, and naturalization records.
The voyage itself was quite an experience, including entering the U.S. ports. Learn the interesting details of your ancestors’ journey to their new life here. A list of over 30 websites and other resources included.
Jacquie Schattner has been actively researching her family’s ancestors since 1996. She volunteered at the Family History Center in Schaumburg for 15 years, teaches genealogy for Districts 211 and 214, beginning genealogy at area libraries and is active in several genealogy societies, including NWSGS. She is a retired school secretary, allowing her free time to pursue new information.
In partnership with the Lake County Genealogical Society.
The Cook Memorial Public Library District serves communities in northern Lake County, Illinois: Libertyville, Green Oaks, Vernon Hills, Indian Creek, Mettawa, and parts of Mundelein.
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Through dedicated personal service, we connect our diverse community to resources that educate, enrich and inspire.
