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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.
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Political turmoil causes Swedes to come to America. (Unsuccessful Revolutionists).
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160 Acres is given to people willing to farm the live on the land for five years.
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Famine led many Swedes to go to America. "The Great Hunger Years".
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People emigrate to America after hearing of other relative's success in America. Over population also led to less job opportunities.