Author: HOISINGTOM, DANIEL JOHN
Title: A GERMAN TOWN - A history of NEW ULM - Minnesota.
Description: Minnesota, Edinborough Press / City of New Ulm, 2004. 1st edition. Paperback25cmx17,5cm, 25cmx17,5cm, Good condition /Cover in color, Cover: Alexander Schwendinger: 'View of New Ulm'. The city of New Ulm presents this history of the town in recognition of its 150th anniversary. The city holds a unique place in American history. Founded by German settlers, many were members of the only colony organized by Turners in the United States. In 1862, its embattled citizens defended their homes during the Dakota Conflict, suffering the destruction of nearly three-quarters of the town. Contents: I). Workers and freethinkers. II). A free home. III). Saint Alexander. IV). A spot of earth. V). 'It was hell'. VI). John Barleycorn is dead. VII). Depression and war. VIII). The battle of progress. With notes and index. Numerous illustrations in b/w and color. 216 pag.

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