Ahnenpass
Object numberM2021/040:001
TitleAhnenpass
DescriptionAhnenpass (ancestry pass) used by Maria Kienbock and Johann Pischinger. The booklet includes biographical details of the couple including birth and baptism date, parents and marriage details. It also includes genealogical details for four generations. This pass likely originated from Tulln, Austria.
Ahnenpass' verify the 'Aryan background' of individuals. The preface quotes 'for the intake in the NSDAP; one is required to trace their German descent until the year 1800'. Each entry is stamped to certify that documents have been provided as proof of evidence.
The preface describes the purpose and instructions of the Ahnenpass (p.3-5), explaining how to enter the data and the requirements such as documentation. Page six and seven display an 'Ahnentafel', a pedigree chart and provides a short summary of the pages in the rest of the book.
Ahnenpass' verify the 'Aryan background' of individuals. The preface quotes 'for the intake in the NSDAP; one is required to trace their German descent until the year 1800'. Each entry is stamped to certify that documents have been provided as proof of evidence.
The preface describes the purpose and instructions of the Ahnenpass (p.3-5), explaining how to enter the data and the requirements such as documentation. Page six and seven display an 'Ahnentafel', a pedigree chart and provides a short summary of the pages in the rest of the book.
Production placeTulln, Austria
Production date 1940 - 1945
SubjectNazi Austria, families, genealogy, anti-Jewish measures
Object nameidentity cards
Dimensions
- width: 130.00 mm
height: 203.00 mm
depth: 5.00 mm
Language
- German
Credit lineSydney Jewish Museum Collection, Donated by Lachlan Fraser
In appreciation to the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) for supporting this archival project.