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German Immigration into the United States
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Over a period of three centuries, beginning in the early 1600’s, more than seven million Germans immigrated to America. Some immigrated due to the unstable political situation in their country or forced state religion, while others immigrated due to famine or disputes over inheritance laws which restricted who land could be passed down to in a persons will (German Migration, n.d.).
By the middle of the 18th century German immigrants accounted for one-third of the total population. By the end of the 19th century German culture was generally accepted in American life. German immigrants were less isolated than previous generations and spoke English as their first, rather than their second language. The German language was taught in public schools and was studied by both German and non-German students. Based on the kindergartens of Germany, German immigrants launched the first......

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