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The German And Swiss Settlements Of Colonial Pennsylvania

The German And Swiss Settlements Of Colonial Pennsylvania

Oscar Kuhns

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Literatura: historia y crítica
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9781432680275
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''The German and Swiss Settlements of Colonial Pennsylvania: A Study of the So-Called Pennsylvania Dutch'' by Oscar Kuhns is a comprehensive study of the German and Swiss immigrants who settled in colonial Pennsylvania, and their impact on the region’s culture and society. The book examines the history of these settlements, their religious and social practices, and their contributions to the development of Pennsylvania’s economy and political institutions. Kuhns explores the origins of the Pennsylvania Dutch, their language and traditions, and the challenges they faced as they adapted to life in the New World. The book also includes detailed accounts of notable individuals and families, as well as a wealth of historical and cultural information about the region. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Pennsylvania, the German and Swiss immigrant experience, or the development of American culture and society.''This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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