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Torbion Vetlesen American letter, circa 1846
- Title
- Torbion Vetlesen American letter, circa 1846
- Identifier
- P1012
- Creator
- Vetlesen, Torbion
- Description
- An undated letter and transcription from "Havre Dalen I America" to Vetlesen's brother Anond, other family members and friends. The writer came to Koshkonong, Wisconsin, in 1842. He described the journey from Norway via New York, Albany, Buffalo, and Milwaukee. Despite the early deaths of two daughters and his own severe attack of ague, he expressed content with his move to America.
- Extent
- 1 folder
- Type
- Correspondence
Collection
Citation
Vetlesen, Torbion, “Torbion Vetlesen American letter, circa 1846,” Norwegian American Historical Association, accessed October 17, 2026, https://norwegianamericanhistory.org/catalog/items/show/11025.