Did you know that Finns comprised much of the population of New Sweden...and radiated out to the Appalachians in the 1700s? And probably were responsible for the "American" log cabin, the "Pennsylania" long rifle, and the split-rail fence???
And did you know that Finns agitated for independence over 100 years before the Revolution? Look up the "Long Finn Rebellion." Poor guy got his face branded and was sent to live (and die) as a Caribbean sugar slave.
(Stories straight to you from my New Sweden forefathers.)
And when DJT is celebrating the 250th anniversary of this nation's independence (with Tall Ships I hope)...remember the men and women of the Delaware Valley (as it was later called) who laid the groundwork for free men and women everywhere.
Of my own ancestors, the sons and grandsons of the first Fathers moved to South Jersey and became leaders first in the NJ militia and later the regulars, fighting for independence, helping draft the Constitution (including standing up FIRMLY for the Bill of Rights), and serving in the US Congress and other elected positions...right up into the 20th century.
YES! Incredible musicians.
Did you know that Finns comprised much of the population of New Sweden...and radiated out to the Appalachians in the 1700s? And probably were responsible for the "American" log cabin, the "Pennsylania" long rifle, and the split-rail fence???
https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/84403395.pdf
And did you know that Finns agitated for independence over 100 years before the Revolution? Look up the "Long Finn Rebellion." Poor guy got his face branded and was sent to live (and die) as a Caribbean sugar slave.
(Stories straight to you from my New Sweden forefathers.)
Suuri Suomi--uraliin asti!
My goodness...this is completely unknown to me! Thanks Rain! 👏
You are most welcome.
And when DJT is celebrating the 250th anniversary of this nation's independence (with Tall Ships I hope)...remember the men and women of the Delaware Valley (as it was later called) who laid the groundwork for free men and women everywhere.
https://colonialswedes.net/brief-history/
Of my own ancestors, the sons and grandsons of the first Fathers moved to South Jersey and became leaders first in the NJ militia and later the regulars, fighting for independence, helping draft the Constitution (including standing up FIRMLY for the Bill of Rights), and serving in the US Congress and other elected positions...right up into the 20th century.
How awesome that you know your history! I believe POTUS will include Tall Ships...what a sight that will be!
It's your history too, my dear.
Ya know John Morton, first signer of the Declaration of Independence?
A son of New Sweden!
https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Morton-274