Briese family genealogy pages

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Welcome to the Briese family genealogy pages.

This page provides access to two genealogical trees; "Briese in Australia" traces the descendants of J.L. Briese in Australia from 1855, while "German Connections" looks at the family of J.L. Briese who remained in Germany.

Anyone can explore the databases, but if you choose to register and log in, you will have access to more detailed information and can even contribute information directly.

Over time I intend to improve the face of the site, update details of family members and include photographs and stories to make the pages more interesting.

This site focuses on one person and his descendants:

As the site develops it will answer many questions:

A glimpse into the life of Michael Briese 1738-1819: our earliest known Briese ancestor.

Why is the family tree a silver birch? The meaning of the Briese name.

Who was Johann Ludwig Briese and where did he come from?
What was life like there, why did he leave and how did he get here?
What were the early days in Australia like for a non-English speaker in the 19th century?
How many descendants does he have and where do they live now?
Who belongs to the different branches of the Briese tree and what is their history?
Are there any other "relatives" still living in Germany?
How many different Briese families are there in Australia?
Where do other Briese families live in Australia and the world?
Is there a Briese family crest and is it worth anything?