02189cam a22003133u 4500 53160 UtSlPG 20260610134227.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 E151 Järnefelt Rauanheimo, Akseli, 1871-1932 Suomalaiset Amerikassa Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-09-28 E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen "Suomalaiset Amerikassa" by Akseli Järnefelt Rauanheimo is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the lives and experiences of Finnish immigrants in America, exploring their cultural, social, and economic conditions as they adapt to a new land. The book aims to enlighten readers about the history of Finnish settlement in the United States, emphasizing the importance of these immigrants in the broader context of American society. At the start of the book, the author dedicates his work to his fellow Finns in America, expressing the need for greater awareness among the Finnish population about their compatriots abroad. He outlines the historical backdrop of Finnish immigration, mentioning earlier settlers and how they navigated life in America. The opening also touches on the significant phenomenon of migration from Finland, motivated by various factors such as poverty and the pursuit of better opportunities, while establishing the identity of the "American Finns." Through personal observations and research, Järnefelt sheds light on the unique challenges and aspirations of Finnish immigrants as they strive to maintain their heritage in a diverse society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Finnish Americans Finns -- Canada https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53160 93994 93994