"How to Research your Jewish Ancestors in the UK" with Jeanette Rosenberg

This is an introductory talk about researching Jewish genealogy in the UK. The talk covers immigration to the UK and all the major records sources, from vital records and census through to other records available. Some of the records are specifically Jewish sources and others are not. The talk covers England and Wales, as well as Scottish and Irish records. I will teach participants where they can find the records that I mention. A handout of all sources mentioned is also available.

Jeanette R Rosenberg OBE is a professional genealogist and AGRA member, (Association of Genealogists & Researchers in Archives). She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Genealogical Studies from Strathclyde University. A popular and knowledgeable Jewish/general genealogy speaker around the UK & abroad, Jeanette regularly researches at German archives and participates in local history seminars.

Jeanette leads for the Jewish Genealogical Society of Great Britain (JGSGB) on Education/Mentoring, exhibitions, outrea…