They were the members of this sect who founded Germantown. and the tremendous significance of the event in American history does not need to be detailed. Another distinguished writer upon GermanAmerican history (Prof. M. D. Learned. of the University of Pennsylvania) says: The settlement of Germantown. Pa.. marked the beginning of the great German immigration. which has contributed three great factors to American progress and civilizationGerman industry. German agriculture. German education and science. The little group of Crefelders. who set up their looms in Germantown in 16S3. were the forerunners of the great industrial enterprises which. under German stimulus. have done so much to develop the material resources of America.
Identified stereotypes
Germans are industrious, contribute to agriculture, education, and science.