The purpose of this web site is to try to generate contact with families who may be connected with our lineage. I know very little about my mother's side of the family, but there are a few key facts that may help you recognize a connection.

   My grandfather was a ship's captain during the early 20th century. He was Fritz Heinrich Johannes Witt, born December 20th, 1888. He comes from a long line of maritime captains. His name was derived from Witte. He was also a skilled miniature ship builder. A number of his wood carvings are in the Hamburg Maritime Museum. Fritz died in 1975.

   Fritz's mother's name was Maria Catharina Magdalena Eggers. She died in 1913. Fritz's father, Fritz Witt, was born October 5th, 1852 and died in South America in 1892.

   Fritz was married to Martha (Rubbert). She was born on July 12, 1900 and died in 1980. They had two children. Fritz Peter Witt, born March 15th, 1925 and my mother, Margot Witt, born May 13th, 1931.

   "The Family Tree" has extensive information on various branches of the lineage. Click on the "Family Tree" button at the top of the page or explore individual surnames posted at the bottom of this page. If you feel there maybe a connection with our lineages, please contact me at the following link: