It’s a Mitzvah of Memory By Sallyann Amdur Sack Vero Beach, FL: Sometimes the shortest path to a goal is via a detour. In Jewish genealogy, if your goal is to build a tree of direct ancestors as far back as possible, the best way to maximize your chances is to go to...
Project Launches During International Jewish Genealogy Month By Sallyann Amdur Sack Vero Beach, FL: When I began my genealogy research back in 1977, Holy Blossom Synagogue in Toronto, Canada, sent me a copy of my maternal grandparents’ marriage record. Included is...
80% of the Jewish population of Venezuela has left the country. There is much turmoil on the ground and anti-semitism. We are intent on identifying what records of the lives of Venezuelan Jews have so far survived so that priorities can be set to preserve or safeguard them before it is too late. The JGS Venezuela – mostly operating off-shore, is partnering with us to conduct this rescue survey…