Guide to the Manuscript Materials Relating to American History in the German State Archives (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A practical guide to German state archives for American history research. This meticulously organized volume compiles manuscript materials relating to America from German archives, with a focus on Prussia, Bavaria, and other states. It explains how the records are arranged, how to locate important documents, and how researchers can access the archives for historical study.

- Learn how materials are grouped by state, city, and archive, and how to navigate color-coded cases and catalogs.
- Discover examples of the kinds of American-related papers kept in German collections, including diplomatic, emigration, and military documents.
- Understand the practical rules for using the archives, request procedures, and handling guidelines to protect the records.
- Find guidance on locating significant series and specific documents relevant to early American history.

Ideal for readers of reference works on American-European archival sources, and for researchers planning to explore German state papers for insights into the early connections between Germany and the United States.

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