Another was John Morton. a member of the Pennsylvania delegation which approved the Declaration. Although Sweden did not actively participate in the American Revolutionary War. more than 70 Swedish officers volunteered to fight for our cause. and in 1783 Sweden became the first nation. not participating in the war. to recognize the United States as a free. equal. and independent country. The history of Minnesota has been closely tied to the Swedish immigration to this country. Although the first Swedish immigrants came to Minnesota only a little over 100 years ago. 1 in every 4 persons in our State can trace their national origin to Sweden. These Swedish immigrants and their descendants have helped to build Minnesota from a wilderness into a rich agricultural and manufacturing region. The Swedes have made their mark in all walks of life. They can be found in every profession. in government. as mayors.
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