European Holocaust Research Infrastructure (EHRI) for Genealogists
Uncovering the stories of Holocaust survivors and victims can be challenging as records created during World War II are scattered across the world. The European Holocaust Research Infrastructure (EHRI) was begun in 2010 as an information repository for Holocaust-related material held in large and small archives, libraries and museums.
Letters from Matilda Godfrey
Why did Jewish Matilda Godfrey emigrate from London to Jamaica in 1840?
Jewish Collections at SoG
The library of the Society of Genealogists holds a range of resources that can support research into Jewish family history. In this talk, Else Churchill will highlight key materials available to researchers and how they can be used to explore Jewish ancestry.
Collections Up Close: D’Arcy Hart collection
SoG Genealogist, Else Churchill showcase a set of letters found in the D’Arcy Hart collection – leading to research into Jewish and Jamaican family history.
Virtual Tour:Immigration East of the City
The East End of London has been home to various immigrant groups over time. Some have been absorbed, others have settled before moving on. This virtual tour looks at the visual reminders of the most recognisable groups of settlers: Jewish and Muslim, French, German and Irish. All have left clear traces of their presence. While some of these are obvious, others may well surprise you!
Jewish Collections at SoG & Elsewhere
Along with useful textbooks, guides & periodicals, the Society of Genealogists holds printed abstracts and transcripts of records. We also hold collections of research notes and pedigrees relating to Jewish families.