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Icelandic Emigration Papers

 Collection
Identifier: OGLMC-202

Scope and Contents

The Icelandic Emigration Papers consist of photocopied diaries and correspondence regarding Icelandic emigrants to North Dakota. The photocopies were donated by Bergsteinn Jonsson of the University of Iceland. Also included is documentation from the "Centennial Celebration of Icelandic Communities." This event was held in Mountain, North Dakota, in June and July of 1978. All materials are in Icelandic, unless otherwise noted.

Dates

  • created: 1853-1980
  • Other: Date acquired: 00/00/1972

Conditions Governing Access

Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.

Full Extent

0.75 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Source of Acquisition

Bergsteinn Jonsson, University of Iceland

Method of Acquisition

Donation; 72-202

Accruals and Additions

Additional material was donated in 1978 (78-486), 1979 (79-564 and 79-613), and 1981 (81-723).

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Language of description note
eng

Repository Details

Part of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Chester Fritz Library
3051 University Ave Stop 9000
Grand Forks ND 58202-9000 US
701-777-4625