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A History of Norwegian Immigration to the United States / From the Earliest Beginning down to the Year 1848

By George T. Flom
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The work traces Norwegian migration to the United States through 1848, beginning with conditions in Norway—population, economy, laws—and assessing economic, religious, and social motives that prompted emigration. It recounts earliest transatlantic arrivals and the 1825 sloop-migration, follows subsequent waves and the role of emigration agents, America-letters, and returning pioneers in stimulating movement, and documents the founding and growth of Midwestern settlements such as Fox River, Jefferson Prairie, and Rock Prairie. Chapters combine demographic and institutional background with personal sketches, church registers, and local narratives to map settlement patterns and the movement's early development.

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George T. Flom

George T. Flom was an American scholar known for his contributions to the study of immigration and linguistics. His notable work, "A History of Norwegian Immigration to the United States / From the Earliest Beginning down to the Year 1848," explores the early Norwegian settlers in America, providing valuable insights into their cultural and social impact. Additionally, Flom's research on the "Scandinavian influence on Southern Lowland Scotch" delves into the linguistic connections between English and Scandinavian languages, highlighting the intricate relationships within the linguistic heritage of the English-speaking world. His works remain significant in the fields of immigration studies and historical linguistics.

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