Tag Archives: Genealogy

First Amish Settlements

Posted on December 1, 2012 by vanbraman

Religion in Family History When and where were the first Amish settlements in America? This is a question that people often ask about the Amish. Most people are not surprised that the first Amish settlements were in Pennsylvania, but are … Continue reading →

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Pilgrim Ancestry

Posted on November 21, 2012 by vanbraman

Religion in Family History With Thanksgiving time here I am thinking about my Pilgrim ancestry. Does that mean that I had ancestors on the Mayflower? Did they attend the first Thanksgiving feast? To be a Pilgrim and to have attended … Continue reading →

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