Genealogy Corner

Jul 27, 2026 | Genealogy

Add visual history to your family gravestones  It is said that a picture paints a thousand words. This is true even on gravestones.  Kevin Wester, of Luxembourg Legacy, recently added three photographic images to his parents Bert...

Noteworthy Dual Citizen John Holden

Jul 27, 2026 | Noteworthy Dual Citizens

John Holden (right) with Marc Zimer, a teacher in Luxembourg and vice president of the Roots and Leaves Society, at the University of Luxembourg. The two hope to collaborate with the university in the year ahead to preserve Luxembourg heritage and foster relationships...

WWII Historian Gaul Receives Order of Merit – Officer Class

Jul 27, 2026 | Luxembourg News, Partners & Products

Roland Gaul, founder of the National Military Museum in Diekirch, Luxembourg, recently received the Order of Merit – Officer Class from Grand Duke Guillaume. The award was presented to Gaul for his exceptional work in...

Settlement Spotlight: Mineral Point, Wisconsin

Jul 27, 2026 | Settlements

Mine in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, circa 1910. By Kevin Wester The main focus on Luxembourgers in Wisconsin is typically the large, early settlements in Ozaukee and Sheboygan counties as well as La Crosse County. One often overlooked and rarely documented Luxembourg...

US WWII Soldier Memorialized In Luxembourg Church

Jul 27, 2026 | History

A mural in a church in Eschweiler, Luxembourg, features U.S. solder George Mergenthaler, who befriended the villagers and died in their town during the Battle of the Bulge. Army Pvt. George Mergenthaler is depicted as an apostle in the mural wearing a purple cloak...