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Where is the Zwier family from?

You can see how Zwier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Zwier family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Zwier families were found in and USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 13 Zwier families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 76% of all the recorded Zwier's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Zwier families in 1880.

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Census Records

There are 427 census records available for the last name Zwier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zwier census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 141 immigration records available for the last name Zwier. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 95 military records available for the last name Zwier. For the veterans among your Zwier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zwier lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2004, in the United States, Zwier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Zwier in 1957 was 53, and 73 in 2004.

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