Danes and Icelanders in Michigan

by Russell M. Magnaghi, Anders J. Gillis, Howard L. Nicholson

Immigration of Danes and Icelanders to Michigan began in the 1850s and continued well into the twentieth century. Beginning with their origins, this book takes a detailed look at their arrival and settlement in Michigan, answering some key questions: What brought Danes and Icelanders to Michigan? What challenges did they face? How did they adjust and survive here? Where did they settle? What kind of lasting impact have they had on Michigan's economic...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1611860946
• ISBN13: 9781611860948
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: Michigan State University Press
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.6" x 8.5"