Emigration to the United States

During the 19th century, thousands of people left the Achterhoek region to build a new life in the United States. Many residents departed from Aalten as well. What began as a religiously motivated exodus grew into a broader emigration movement that continued well into the 20th century. On this page, you will find stories by and about these emigrants, as well as a list of emigrants from Aalten.

Navis gravestone, Cedar Grove, WI

Emigrant family Navis

An overview of emigrants from the Navis family.
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, 1885

Emigration from Aalten to America

In the 19th century, almost a third of the population of the Achterhoek emigrated to
List of emigrants from Aalten to the USA

List of emigrants from Aalten to the USA

Emigrants from Aalten to the US in the period 1835–1920.