My Great Grandfather, George Mangen, now 35 married with 3 children, immigrated to Chicago from Luxembourg in 1889. I have previously posted about his early years in Luxembourg, Immigration, and Marriage. George definitely drove a beer wagon. Below is a photo of George in the wagon he drove.   He worked for Tosetti’s Brewery and … More Mystery regarding George Mangen

My Great Grandfather, George Mangen had moved from Luxembourg to Chicago, Ill in 1889. He lived on the North side of town and became a Naturalized citizen in 1894. His older brother Peter and two of his younger sisters, Catherine and Marie also immigrated. Catherine being the one that immigrated with George, the others came … More Marriage and children of George Mangen

According to the 1887 Luxembourg census, George was working as a farm hand in France. I would love to know what led him to this next decision. I had read that the large families didn’t have enough land to divy up in order for each of the siblings to have enough to farm to sustain … More George Mangen Immigrates

In 1867, Luxembourg became an independent country. It is surrounded by Belgium, Germany, and France. At 998 square miles Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe. Three languages are spoken: Luxembourgish, French, and German. On Wednesday, 25 March 1868, my Great Grandfather, George Mangen was born in Mensdorf(the town), Betzdorf(the commune), Grevenmacher(the canton), … More George Mangen, Early Years in Luxembourg

I think it is important to write down some memories of what a person was like so that they don’t become a name and dates for future generations. I did not know my Grandfather, Henry Mangen as he died well before I was born. But my mom supplied me with stories and so I will … More My Mom’s Memories of her Dad, Henry Mangen