This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DT42701 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.dietrich/131.233/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm not sure which part of Germany my grgrgrandfather was from. His name was Jacob Isaac Dietrich(born: 8/31/1862-65) with boarding pass stating Bremen, but I also know this port was used by many immigrants. On another record it was stated brunsfel, Germany. I do know his father's name was Joseph. He married a Sophia Rettenmyer in Ohio. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.