Thanks, Adrian, this is very helpful.

Thank you so much for all your replies. This information is extremely helpful. Of course from this, one final question arises. When you do go to have your documents translated, do you give them the original or a copy of the original? Some places have specifically said don't send the original.

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First off, I want to commend this website and its users. Without your assistance over the past year, none of this would've been possible. Because of you I am close to fulfilling the dream of officially becoming an Italian.

There is a lot of information out there regarding what documents ...

This is great information. Thank you all for your prompt response. I am truly grateful.

Brian

Last year I wrote on this Forum seeking information regarding my great-grandfather and great-grandmother. Because of the responses, I was able to successfully find and visit my relatives in Italy on my great-grandfather’s side. Unfortunately, I have struck out concerning my great-grandmother’s ...

All of you have been amazing and gracious with your time and efforts. Thank you so much.

I am in need of help. My great-grandfather moved to the United States in 1907 or 1908. Unfortunately, our family that remained in Italy did not get passed down to each subsequent generation, so I find myself beginning from scratch to try and locate my ancestors.

This is what I know. John (I ...