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Visiting the Archives in Bern, Switzerland
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Dr. Barbara Studer Immenhauser, Bern Archivist The September 2019 “Hostettler Heritage Tour” svisited the Staatsarchiv in Bern, Switzerland, to view original records pertaining to the Hostettler family. Dr. Barbara Studer Immenhauser, archivist at the Staatsarchiv Bern, shared informative facts before introducing Hans Hostettler who has retired from serving at the Archives for years. He shared the following. Good morning, Ladies and Gentlemen. My name is Hans Hostettler and my place of origin is Wahlern/Schwarzenburg. I am happy to tell you a little bit about the Hostettler families and their ancestors, who are very difficult to research. The Hostettler...