Slovak Settlers: A Presentation by the Founders of Global Slovakia
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1h 17m
Founders of Global Slovakia, Zuzana Palovic and Gabriela Bereghazyova, will speak about their latest book, “Slovak Settlers,” with a book signing to follow.
Although the history of Slovakia is a history of migration, little is known about the legions of men, women, and children who dared to cross the ocean. One third of the nation left behind everything they knew in search of jobs, money, and hope.
This book brings together 44 voices; descendants of the original Slovak settlers from Canada, Argentina, Australia, and the U.S. They piece together a timeless tale of separation, loss, and yearning to reconnect with our roots. Find the book in our museum store or online.
Global Slovakia is a not-for-profit organization based in Slovakia. It was founded in 2017 by two Slovak scholars and writers, with a passion for their home country. Its mission is to share Slovakia with the world and celebrate the country and its people. Global Slovakia produces original literature, it runs an online academy and organizes regular monthly webinars.
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