Description: Swedes in Oregon, Oregon, Images of America, Paperback Ever since the first Swedish-born immigrants to Oregon began settling in the 1850s, Swedes have had a big impact on its development. Among the first immigrants was shoemaker Carl M. Wiberg, who arrived in the summer of 1852 and settled in Portland. By 1930, roughly 45 percent of all Swedish immigrants were living in the Portland metro area. Other areas of Swedish settlement included Astoria, Coos Bay, Tillamook, southwestern Oregon, and Morrow County. At first, the Swedish language was the unifying force among the immigrants. Today, it is the celebration and sharing of Swedish traditions and culture. There are many reasons why Swedes were attracted to the United States, including religious freedom, better economic conditions, and, for young men, escaping compulsory military service. Many immigrant Swedes did not come directly to Oregon but were attracted to the state and its employment opportunities after the completion of the transcontinental railroad.
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Unbranded
MPN: 9781467105736
Book Title: Swedes in Oregon
Number of Pages: 128 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Item Height: 0.3 in
Publication Year: 2020
Topic: Emigration & Immigration, Subjects & Themes / Lifestyles, United States / State & Local / Pacific Northwest (Or, Wa), Customs & Traditions
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science, Photography, History
Item Weight: 0.7 Oz
Item Length: 9.2 in
Author: David A. Anderson, Ann Baudin Stuller on Behalf of the Board of Directors of Swedish Roots in Oregon
Item Width: 6.5 in
Book Series: Images of America Ser.
Format: Trade Paperback
