A Guide to Jewish Genealogy in Latvia and Estonia (Jewish Ancestors')

This is the third publication in the Jewish Ancestors series of booklets produced by the JGSGB. Its intention is to provide an insight into Jewish genealogy in the Baltic countries of Latvia and Estonia, and encourage further research in the future. It includes research in Latvia, Latvian research outside Latvia, Emigration, Holocaust, Cemeteries, Museums and Libraries, general histories of the area, together with useful contact addresses, numerous maps, and a guide to the local languages and archival sources. The Estonian section gives the history of the area, archives and resources, Holocaust, Bibliography and references. The Author, Arlene Beare, is the Chairman of the JGSGB Latvian Special Interest Group and an expert on researching in this part of the world… (more)