History of the Norwegian Settlements


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History of the Norwegian Settlements provides an engaging and enthusiastic depiction of the struggles as well as the triumphs of pioneer life. The 63-chapter non-fiction book lets readers trace the trails of 3,800 indexed immigrants through Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and the Dakotas as they explore new frontiers and build new communities. Along the way lurk killer diseases, grasshopper plagues, prairie fires and loneliness.







An Illustrated History of Jackson County, Minnesota


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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.




Norwegians in Minnesota


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From Frosta, Norway to Jackson, Minnesota


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Gunder Anderson was born 7 September 1845 in Frosta, Norway. His parents were Andreas Gundersen (1816-1871) and Anna Marta Pedersdatter. He married Martha Margarethe Andreasdatter (1843-1931) in about 1867. They had nine children. They emigrated in 1873 and settled in Minnesota. He died 14 March 1933 in Belmont Township, Jackson County, Minnesota. Descendants and relatives lived mainly in Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota.




Jackson County History


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Norwegians on the Prairie


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A pioneering study that examines the social, cultural, and religious development of Norwegian Americans in the agricultural communities of rural Minnesota.