This brief survey traces the basic outlines of German immigration and settlement in the history of Ohio. As the largest ethnic element in the state; German-Americans have exerted a profound influence on Ohio's history. Five basic periods in Ohio German history are identified and discussed in this work: The Colonial Period (before the American Revolution); The New Republic (until 1830); The Mass Migration and Settlement Period (from 1830 to World War I); The World Wars Period; and the Roots and Ethnic Revival Period of the latter half of the 20th century and beyond. If this book kindles your interest in Ohio German history; there is a list of further pertinent reading material in the select bibliography.
#1660934 in Books Running Press 2005-10-14Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 .74 x 5.12 x 7.86l; .55 #File Name: 0786715995352 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Enjoyed thoroughly - must read if you have an interest in VikingsBy KenEnjoyed this book; detailed enough to give an understanding of the exploits of the Vikings; but not so detailed that it is hard to maintain interest. Lots of additional reading suggested in the book if you are looking for more details on a specific person or event.Definitely a must read for anyone interested in the history of the Vikings; England; Ireland; or any of the Norse countries.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Quick ReadBy ChekkI liked it a lot; as Vikings are a subject that I always find interesting. No new ground here really; other than the author makes sure to point out that the Vikings were travelling to North America with frequency; a 1000 years ago; and the only negative I can remember is his quick dismissal of the Kensington Stone. Thats a mistake; it is no hoax; and I think if the book had been published much later; the authors attitude towards this amazing and historically relevent artifact would be much different. I think you will enjoy this book if you decide to buy...14 of 14 people found the following review helpful. Fresh IdeasBy Ruth LawlerThe author's conversational style and sense of humor make this book easy and enjoyable to read. Adding recent DNA evidence cements up areas concerning which peoples settled the various parts of Britain and the world. Viking history has been told in many books; yet this one adds new slants to old history. In concluding; the author reminds us that we might respond as lawlessly as the "barbarian" Vikings in similar hardship conditions; their warmer climate; and without our modern supports of government; welfare and insurance. Indeed; he says; other people now exploit the resources of distant lands for us.
