Once We Were Strangers: A German Immigrant Family in the Nineteenth-Century Midwest.

  • Published In: Kansas History, 2025, v. 48, n. 1. P. 55 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Norton, Sydney J. 3 of 3

Abstract

"Once We Were Strangers: A German Immigrant Family in the Nineteenth-Century Midwest" by Roberta Reb Allen recounts the journey of the Lodholz family from Germany to Kansas Territory in the 19th century. The book details the struggles faced by the family, including financial hardship and harsh conditions during their emigration. It also explores the historical context of white settlers in Kansas and their impact on Indigenous nations. The narrative is complemented by family photographs, sketches, and discussions of the family's religious beliefs. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Kansas History. 2025/03, Vol. 48, Issue 1, p55
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0149-9114
  • Accession Number:184942952
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