Your Swedish Roots

Get a start on your Swedish family history

Your Swedish Roots, a step-by-step handbook to help guide you in researching your Swedish ancestors. First, learn general information about Sweden, Swedish naming practices, and the Swedish language. These basics will help you research names of ancestors and search through Swedish records with greater ease.

Next, learn what Swedish records are available, where to find them, and how to use them. Swedish church records will be one of the most valuable to you, as they are very complete and well preserved.

Finally, follow sample cases on particular Swedish families to learn helpful research steps for your own family history. As you learn about your Swedish ancestry, you will experience the rewarding feelings that come from seeking out and discovering your ancestors.