Historical excerpt detailing German settlement in Louisiana

This document is an excerpt from the 'German American Annals,' specifically focusing on the settlement of the German Coast of Louisiana and the Creoles of German descent. The author, J. Hanno Deiler, was a Professor Emeritus of German at Tulane University in New Orleans, making him an authority on the subject. This publication was produced by The German American Historical Society.

The 'German American Annals' and its continuation, 'Americana Germanica,' were significant scholarly publications dedicated to exploring the German influence in America. Published in Philadelphia, with distribution points in cities like Berlin, New York, Leipzig, London and Paris, this excerpt provides valuable insights into the cultural and historical connections between Germany and the United States, particularly concerning the German communities in Louisiana.