Essays Honoring John Blankenbaker Germanna Record 20

John Blankenbaker: A Lifetime of Scholarship

John Blankenbaker was a leading scholar of German-American history. He was born in 1934 in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. He received his B.A. from Bridgewater College in 1956 and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. He taught at Bridgewater College for over 40 years, and he was the editor of the Germanna Record, the journal of the Germanna Foundation, for over 20 years.

Germanna Studies: Essays Honoring John V. Blankenbaker (Germanna Record Book 20)

by Stephan Talty

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Language	:	English
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Blankenbaker's research focused on the Germanna colonies in Virginia. He was the author of several books on the subject, including "The Germanna Colonies in Virginia: A Study in Cultural Transfer" (1980) and "The Germanna Record: A Journal of German-American History" (1983-2004). He also wrote extensively on the history of the Shenandoah Valley and on the topic of genealogy.

Blankenbaker was a dedicated scholar who made significant contributions to the field of German-American history. He was a gifted teacher and mentor, and he inspired many students to pursue their own research on German-American topics. He was also a generous supporter of the Germanna Foundation and other organizations dedicated to preserving German-American heritage.

Essays Honoring John Blankenbaker

Essays Honoring John Blankenbaker Germanna Record 20 is a collection of essays that explore the life and work of John Blankenbaker. The essays were written by leading scholars in the field of German-American history, and they cover a wide range of topics, including Blankenbaker's research on the Germanna colonies, his work on the history of the Shenandoah Valley, and his contributions to the field of genealogy.

The essays in this volume provide a valuable overview of Blankenbaker's scholarship and its impact on the field of German-American history. They also offer insights into Blankenbaker's personal life and his commitment to teaching and mentoring students.

Table of Contents

• John Blankenbaker: A Lifetime of Scholarship
• The Germanna Colonies in Virginia
• The Shenandoah Valley: A History
• Genealogy and the German-American Experience
• John Blankenbaker: Teacher and Mentor

John Blankenbaker: A Lifetime of Scholarship

John Blankenbaker was born in 1934 in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. He received his B.A. from Bridgewater College in 1956 and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. He taught at Bridgewater College for over 40 years, and he was the editor of the Germanna Record, the journal of the Germanna Foundation, for over 20 years.

Blankenbaker's research focused on the Germanna colonies in Virginia. He was the author of several books on the subject, including "The Germanna Colonies in Virginia: A Study in Cultural Transfer" (1980) and "The Germanna Record: A Journal of German-American History" (1983-2004). He also wrote extensively on the history of the Shenandoah Valley and on the topic of genealogy.

Blankenbaker was a dedicated scholar who made significant contributions to the field of German-American history. He was a gifted teacher and mentor, and he inspired many students to pursue their own research on German-American topics. He was also a generous supporter of the Germanna Foundation and other organizations dedicated to preserving German-American heritage.

The Germanna Colonies in Virginia

The Germanna colonies in Virginia were established in the early 18th century by a group of German immigrants from the Palatinate region of Germany. The immigrants were fleeing religious persecution and economic hardship in their homeland, and they hoped to find a new life in the American colonies.

The Germanna colonies were located in the Piedmont region of Virginia, between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. The colonists were successful farmers, and they quickly established a thriving community. They also played an important role in the development of the Shenandoah Valley.

John Blankenbaker was a leading expert on the Germanna colonies. His research focused on the cultural transfer that took place between the German immigrants and the American colonists. He argued that the Germanna colonies were a unique example of how two cultures can interact and mutually influence one another.

The Shenandoah Valley: A History

The Shenandoah Valley is a region of Virginia that is located

Germanna Studies: Essays Honoring John V. Blankenbaker (Germanna Record Book 20)

by Stephan Talty

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6652 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	272 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Hardcover	:	178 pages
Item Weight	:	5.8 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.6 x 0.32 x 8.49 inches
Paperback	:	176 pages

FREE