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LECTURE SUMMARY: Marriage and Courtship in Germany 1500 to 1800

Level: All
Duration: 60-90 minutes

Perhaps the most important event in the life of our German ancestor was his marriage. Social and religious customs associated with courtship and marriage in German-language territories of Europe are discussed in detail in this presentation. Related issues such as illegitimate children, inheritance, and property acquisition at the time of the wedding are an integral part of this presentation.