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Posted - 25/05/2006 :  18:11:54  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Hello everyone

I've recently read that during the 1880"s, there were a significant
number of Norwegian sailors deserting their ships at American
ports. Apparently, there were no consequences for such action
and it was quite common. Has anyone come across this in
their research? I'm wondering if anyone has had any success
in tracing someone who may have come to U S in this fashion.
Thanks

Hopkins
Norway Heritage Veteran

USA
3351 Posts
Posted - 26/05/2006 :  00:32:37  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
Yes, I can recall several that were located and their family origins identified. Everything depends on the amount of accurate information known about the individual.
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