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First Wave of Immigration
The 1840's in Sweden saw crop failure and economical problems which led to poverty and famine. The unsettled farmland in America brought many Swedes to America. 20,000 Swedes emigrate. -
Fourty-Eighters
Political turmoil causes Swedes to come to America. (Unsuccessful Revolutionists). -
Homestead Act
160 Acres is given to people willing to farm the live on the land for five years. -
Second Wave of Immigration
Famine led many Swedes to go to America. "The Great Hunger Years". -
Third Wave of Immigration
People emigrate to America after hearing of other relative's success in America. Over population also led to less job opportunities.