The Norwegians who immigrated to Seattle were a sturdy stock. Perhaps it was due to their ancient history as determined Viking seafarers―or their more recent experiences as tenacious fishermen; farmers; loggers; and carpenters. From the first Norwegians to arrive in 1868 through today; Seattle’s Norwegian American community has maintained a remarkable cohesiveness. They participate in Sons and Daughters of Norway and other clubs; enjoy lutefisk dinners; lively music and dance groups; and the annual May 17 parade; boast elaborately knitted sweaters and historic costumes; and labor over language classes and genealogy. The result is a pride of heritage unique to the Norwegian Americans in Seattle and a sinew that binds their community.
#6941335 in Books Greenhaven Press 2000-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 .67 x 5.56 x 8.74l; #File Name: 0737702133256 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Succinct discussion of issues relating to American black chattel slavery for high school useBy (((Marco Buendia)))This is a collection of historical essays on the various aspects of black slavery in the USA from its origins in the colonial period until Reconstruction; written by modern scholars. There are occasional references to slavery in other areas; such as BrazilSections:OriginsAmerican Revolution periodAntebellum erathe Civil WarWas war necessary to end slavery?There is a lengthy appendix of documents: early slave laws; arguments and protests against slavery; etc.
