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Sisters from St. Walburg to America, 1852-1855

 Item — Box: OSBCHI-A.40, Folder: 9
Identifier: OSBCHI-A-209.1

Scope and Contents

This table provides basic biographical information on the first 14 Sisters who were sent to the United States from the Abbey of St. Walburg. They came in three groups, in 1852, 1853, and 1855. Sr. Frances Knapp, OSB (Aloysia), the foundress of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago, came in the last group, leaving for the United States on October 29, 1855.

Dates

  • Other: 1852-1855

Conditions Governing Access

The materials in this collection are unrestricted. They are available for researchers.

Extent

1 Sheets

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago Archives Repository

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