European Ancestors – Migration into, and out of Prussia (2)

Coat of arms of Royal Prussia. From 1772 coat of arms of West Prussia – Source Wikipedia

Where is Lithuania Minor?

It is a historical ethnographical region of Prussia. The name acquired due to the majority of the population in the region speaking Lithuanian.

Until 1945 the land was part of Prussia which was held, at various times under Sovereignty of:

  • Kingdom of Poland
  • Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth
  • Germany

Today, the area is located in Lithuania and the Kaliningrad Oblast of Russia.

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About Julie Goucher

Genealogist, Author, Presenter, native Guildfordian, avid note taker and journal writer. Lover of Books, Stationery & History; Surnames, Butcher & Orlando One-Name Studies. Pharos Tutor for all One-Name Studies/surname courses as well as Researching Ancestors from Continental Europe.
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