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Miller Family's Luxembourg Heritage

Explore the rich history of the Miller family, tracing back to the Müller brothers who journeyed from Luxembourg to the United States in the 1860s. These pioneers established themselves as early farmers in Elkader and Westphalia, and successful merchants in Dubuque, Iowa. Join us in uncovering their fascinating story! (press right arrow for more)

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Stories Describing the Müller Journey

The Müller family experienced growth and hardship in the New World, common to early settlers from Europe. Two Müller brothers settled in Iowa, one established a clan of farmers in Elkader and the other a clan of merchants in Dubuque. (see next slide by pressing right arrow)

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Stories through Old Family Photos

Many pictures and old photo albums have been cherished for over 150 years. Many are identified, some are not. Check them out and see if any are new to you, if you could identify unknown ones, or you have old photos to contribute!

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Luxembourg Roots

Since the early 1800s, Luxembourgers have migrated to the New World to escape the turmoil back home. Luxembourg, a small, resilient country, was often caught between Europe's great powers like France, Germany, and Belgium, threatening its national identity and straining its resources and livelihoods. Dividing inherited land among offspring led to a scarcity of available farmland. In contrast, the New World presented abundant possibilities.

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The Müller Family's Profound Catholic Heritage

The essence of Catholicism intricately weaves through their life stories, evident in cherished stories, photographs, and historical documents. This devout faith played a pivotal role in establishing the foundational German Catholic communities across Iowa, California, and Seattle. Remarkably, two groups of three sisters—each a set of second cousins, embraced a life dedicated to religious service as nuns. Additionally, a family member took his spiritual calling to an international level, pursuing seminary studies in Rome.

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The Significance of Our Family Legacy

Embracing and sharing the legacy of our family lineage is not only an engaging hobby but also a profound responsibility. The stories of our ancestors, treasured heirlooms, cherished photographs, enduring traditions, beliefs and societal views, as well as inherited personalities, attitudes, and even physical characteristics, all intertwine to form the core of our identity. Yes, We're the Millers.

Let's Share our Miller Heritage

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Share Your Family Treasures

Have cherished photos or heirlooms passed down through generations? We'd love to help preserve and share our mutual family's history. Fill out our contact form with details, and together, we'll add your precious artifacts to our online collection. Let's celebrate and remember the stories behind these keepsakes!

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Events

2024 Miller Reunion

Annual Miller Family Reunion

The annual Miller Reunion is Saturday, June 22nd, 12noon at the clubhouse of the Shelby County Gold Course. Share stories, see relatives, eat great food, and learn about our family history.

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