1811: With the introduction of the civil registration, all inhabitants are forced to chose a fixed family name. The practice of farm names is now officially abolished, although it is still in use informally today.
2
1812
1812: Many conscripted soldiers die during Napoleon's disastrous march to Moscow.
3
1813
1813: The Cossacks drive out the French occupiers.
Achterhoek Ancestors
Abt 1811 - 1813 (~ 2 years)