Description
"From Husmann to Farmers: Norwegian Pioneers in Dakota Territory" by Eric C. Johnson follows the story of Peder Johnson and Mari Nielsdatter who were born at Nord-Fron, Gudbrandsdalen. They came to America in 1866-1867 and settled in Wisconsin, before moving to Dakota Territory in 1871 and settling in Abercrombie Township, Richland County.
Location:
16/C/7