Biberstein AG - illegitimate children - 1775-1785 - Thomann - court proceedings
Unlike most posts here, this time no questions are asked. Instead a sad story is summarized, which sheds some light on the situation of (underprivileged?) women in Switzerland during the late 18th century. I felt this could be of interest to a larger community.
The story is told on Geneal-Forum, based on the proceedings of the Chorgericht (Moral Court) in Bern (this part of todays Aargau was ruled by Bern at the time). Anna Thomann (1753-1806) of Biberstein gave birth to 5 illegitimate children between 1775 and 1785 - with 5 different fathers. For the details you best read yourself!
Don't hesitate to ask any question you may have (there are no silly questions!). If I feel I cannot answer a question satisfactorily, I will ask that question on Geneal-Forum … and report back on answers I get there.
I hope you find this interesting and send my best regards - Wolf