Everything you ever wanted to know about writing German letters is found at http://users.rootsweb.com/~deuhes/Hessen/payforit.htm and at http://users.rootsweb.com/~deuhes/Hessen/archives.htm Your letter needs to be in the German language for best results. Before 1871 (generally) it goes to the church archives, thereafter to the municipal archives. You can find all the addresses at the web site. Problems? Just email me. ;~) Don ----- Original Message ----- From: Neva & Donna Muehlenbein <[email protected]> I don't know a thing about writing to a foreign country. Can I write in English or do I have to send it in German?