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Q&A: How Do I Find My Swedish Ancestor’s Parish?

A: As this researcher implies, the parish of origin is a key detail in Swedish genealogy. The state Lutheran church was tasked with recordkeeping for much of Sweden’s history, making this jurisdiction extremely valuable. Home sources, such as correspondence or family Bibles, often mention town or parish of origin. US passenger lists generally don’t, but you search for Carl in immigration…

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Source: Family Tree Magazine.com

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