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FormatJournal Article
Author, AnalyticRokus, Josef W.
Title, AnalyticFrom Koerbecke to Manhattan: The Search for the First Rokus in America
Journal TitleGermanic Genealogy Journal
Date of PublicationSpring 2006
Volume ID9
Issue ID1
Location in Work5-13, ill.
Language or Document TypeEnglish
ISSN1548-3150
AbstractRecounts how the author "researched a distant relative who came to New York in 1860 and the engaging life-story of this Civil War soldier. Beginning researchers should be sure to read this article and the extensive endnotes, which include numerous research strategies and tips."
Call NumberMKI Periodicals
MKI TermsGenealogy/ Family history/ Rokus/ Westphalia/ Civil War, 1861-1865 -- German Americans