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How to start
How to start your genealogical research When you decided to start with your genealogical research the challenge begins. The genealogical world is…...
The suffix in Serbian surnames
Serbian surnames usually, but not always, have a suffix. With suffix we mean endings of the surname like: -ić in Latin and…...
Using Ellis Island for research in Serbia
Ellis Island
Ellis Island is useful for those in Diaspora, descendants of those who have immigrated to the United States. Ellis Island is a harbour in New York close to the Statue of Liberty. From 1892 until 1954 this Island was used as a terminal for those who wanted to settle in the United States.
When new immigrants arrived they were subjected to a medical examination. Only those who were qualified were allowed to enter, others were send back. On the website of Ellis Island more information can be found about the Island that played such a crucial role in the history of many families.