Hi Allison, > I've been looking for a Thuringia --> IL connection for a > while! My family is from the Thuringia --> SC group, so I'm sure > there's a trace-back somewhere there! > > How far back in Germany do you have? How is 1650? <g> I've got another project I have to work on but then I'll get back to you with more detailed info. How did you become a "Goettee?" Looks suspiciously like goatee! Linda