# Luxembourg Legacy

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- [Settlement Spotlight: Bellwood, Nebraska](https://luxembourglegacy.com/settlement-spotlight-bellwood-nebraska/): Explore the Luxembourg Enclave in Butler County, Nebraska (Part 3). This is the final installment of the spotlight on Bellwood, Nebraska. In 1924, Presentation Parish celebrated the 50th Jubilee of its founding. A three-day celebration took place from October 7-9. New stations of the cross and a set of vestments representing Our Lady of Luxembourg were donated to the church for the golden jubilee. The book “Franciscans in Nebraska” stated:  On the 9th of October a Solemn Requiem High Mass was offered for the deceased members of the parish. Fr. Mock also installed very artistic stations of the cross, carved in wood, and surmounted by a small […]
- [Luxembourg Genealogy Corner](https://luxembourglegacy.com/luxembourg-genealogy-corner/): In this month’s Genealogy Corner, we explain the often-confusing terms and definitions related to cousins, including one and twice removed. First CousinYour first cousin is a child of your aunt or uncle. You share one set of grandparents with your first cousin, but do not have the same parents. Second CousinYour second cousin is the grandchild of your great-aunt or great-uncle. You share one set of great-grandparents with your second cousin, but do not have the same grandparents.   Third, Fourth and Fifth CousinYour third cousin is the great-grandchild of your great-great-aunt or great-great-uncle. You share a set of great-great grandparents […]
- [Dual Citizen Insights](https://luxembourglegacy.com/dual-citizen-insights/): Now that you’re an official Luxembourg citizen, should you apply for a Luxembourg/EU passport? In this month’s Dual Citizen Insights, we discuss why you may want to get a Luxembourg passport. Here at Luxembourg Legacy, we frequently get asked by our clients if they should get a Luxembourg/EU passport, and the answer is that it is entirely up to you. However, the National Passport Office in Luxembourg City offers this information: Your name and address appear in all security databases throughout the world. So, if you have U.S. residency, you will normally always travel on your U.S. passport (even internationally). […]
- [The Luxembourg Hercules](https://luxembourglegacy.com/the-luxembourg-hercules/): John Grün, who claimed to be the strongest man in the world, was born in Mondorf-les-Bains on August 27,1868, into a family of craftsmen and Yenish people (an indigenous, semi-nomadic group involved in trades like metalworking, basketry and entertainment), who were longtime residents in the town.  Grün’s father was a blacksmith and wandering tinsmith and not wanting to take up that trade, John emigrated to the U.S. in 1889. While working in a St. Louis brewery, he met Aloysius Marx, a professional athlete, who after noticing how easily Grün moved beer barrels around, persuaded him to become part of a […]
- [Winter Holiday Traditions in Luxembourg](https://luxembourglegacy.com/luxembourg-winter-holidays/): Did you get treats or a twig? Many Luxembourg Americans celebrate St. Nicholas Day, but for most of us, Santa Claus’s visit on Christmas Eve has always been the highlight of our holidays. In the Grand Duchy, however, Niklosdag or Kleeserchersdag is the main celebration.  In the week leading up to December 6, children in Luxembourg go to see Kleeschen, the Luxembourgish incarnation of St. Nicholas. In the nights leading up to December 6, children leave their slippers or shoes outside their bedroom or by the front door every night. Each morning, they find candy, chocolates, nuts and a piece of fruit, […]
- [Luxembourg Traditions: All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day](https://luxembourglegacy.com/luxembourg-traditions-all-saints-and-all-souls-day/)
- [Genaveh Chocolates for the Holidays](https://luxembourglegacy.com/genaveh-chocolates-for-the-holidays/): Lux Dual Citizenship and Luxembourg Adventures with Kevin Wester have formed a new partnership with Everyday Luxembourg, of Port Washington, Wisconsin, a collaboration to promote Luxembourg culture and culinary experiences in the U.S. Our team is really impressed with Everyday Luxembourg’s thoughtfully curated selection of Luxembourg products, which includes Genaveh chocolates, the official chocolate supplier of the Grand Ducal Court. You can reserve from a very limited supply of handmade Genaveh chocolates for the holiday season! This pre-sale includes an Advent calendar with a chocolate behind each window, chocolate holiday figurines and lollipops and Choco Spoons to create rich hot chocolate. These delectable chocolates make perfect holiday gifts (especially for […]
- [Fall Open House at Marnach Luxembourg Stone House in Minnesota](https://luxembourglegacy.com/exploring-luxembourg-a-guide-to-dual-citizenship-tours-and-education/): Discovering Luxembourg’s Rich Heritage The Marnach House (Luxembourg stone house restoration) near Elba, Minnesota, will hold its annual Fall Open House on Saturday, October 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors can enjoy tours of the house, food and hay rides. The Marnach House is one of three 19th century Luxembourgish stone houses restored in the early 1990s by the Luxembourg Ministry of Culture (Sites & Monuments) and the former Luxembourg Heritage Society of America. Other restored stone houses include the Sinnen House in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, and the Gehlen House in St. Donatus, Iowa.  Come show your support […]
- [Congratulations to Our New Duke](https://luxembourglegacy.com/discovering-luxembourg-a-guide-to-dual-citizenship-education-and-tours/): In a few weeks, Luxembourg Grand Duke Henri will pass the crown to his eldest son Prince Guillaume and the entire country will join in the celebration of this historic occasion. The October 3-5 event, known as the Trounwiessel, will include the accession ceremonies, public appearances, receptions, a gala dinner and a Te Deum Mass. On behalf of Luxembourg Adventures and Lux Dual Citizenship Consultation Services, we would like to congratulate soon-to-be Grand Duke Guillaume, Grand Duchess Stéphanie and the Grand Ducal family! Read all about this rare, historic moment in Luxembourg’s history in our October newsletter.
- [11,451 People Obtain Luxembourgish Nationality in 2019](https://luxembourglegacy.com/11451-people-obtain-luxembourgish-nationality-in-2019/): According to figures published today by Luxembourg’s Ministry of Justice, 11,451 people obtained the Luxembourgish nationality in 2019. Over the past five years, the number of people having acquired the Luxembourgish nationality has more than doubled, going from 5,306 in 2015 to 11,451 in 2019. This increase is partly due to changes to legislation in recent years, namely the reform of the Luxembourg nationality law of 1 April 2017 which simplified the conditions for acquiring Luxembourgish nationality. French nationals (2,446) were the largest group to have acquired the Luxembourgish nationality in 2019, followed by Brazilians (2,117) and Belgians (1,335). The significant […]

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