The History Of The French, Walloon, Dutch, And Other Foreign Protestant Refugees Settled In England (1846)

The History Of The French, Walloon, Dutch, And Other Foreign Protestant Refugees Settled In England (1846) by John Southerden Burn is a comprehensive account of the arrival, settlement, and assimilation of foreign Protestant refugees in England. The book covers the period from the 16th century to the early 19th century and focuses on the experiences of French, Walloon, Dutch, and other Protestant refugees who fled persecution in their own countries and sought refuge in England.The book provides a detailed overview of the political, social, and economic conditions that led to the persecution of Protestants in France, the Netherlands, and other European countries. It also describes the various waves of migration of foreign Protestant refugees to England and the challenges they faced in adapting to a new country and culture.The author provides extensive information on the lives of individual refugees, including their occupations, social status, and contributions to English society. He also discusses the role of the English government and religious institutions in supporting and accommodating the refugees, as well as the impact of the refugees on English society and culture.The History Of The French, Walloon, Dutch, And Other Foreign Protestant Refugees Settled In England is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of immigration, religious persecution, and the cultural diversity of England. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the experiences of foreign Protestant refugees and their contributions to English society, and sheds light on the complex and often difficult process of assimilation and integration.From The Reign Of Henry VIII To The Revocation Of The Edict Of Nantes. With Notices Of Their Trade And Commerce, Copious Extracts From The Registers, Lists Of The Early Settlers, Ministers, Etc. And An Appendix, Containing Copies Of The Charter Of Edward VI, Etc.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.