In a message dated 8/9/08 9:47:58 AM, wwkesner@verizon.net writes: > Would any one on this list know if when France controlled the area > Northwest of Cologne in period 1792 to 1806 or maybe later was that area known as > Alsace Lorraine then? > > It went back and forth with Prussia until Germany was formed in 1871 and became a part of Bavaria. Then after WWI, it reverted to France until the Germans took it in WWII. Since WWII, it has been part of France. My grandfather came from there. If any of you know about Adam Becker and Maria Brunon Becker in Alsace, let me know. I've been looking for their hometown for over thirty years. Both were killed in an accident in the 1860's. Three of the children came to America and I believe three stayed behind. I want to get past this brick wall and would appreciate any information you can give. Jean ************** Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut00050000000017 )