Exploring the “French Accent” of the Midwest
Our research initiatives provide deep-dive historical analysis, genealogical resources, and quarterly insights into the French-American experience. From the fur trade to modern cultural preservation, these articles serve as a living archive of our heritage.
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La Langue de Chez Nous: Mae Collette
February 8, 2026
A linguistic study of the French-Canadian dialect preserved by the Collette family in MN.
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WHEN PHILLIP CAME MARCHING HOME: A World War I Story
A biographical narrative of a French-American soldier’s experiences during and after the Great War.
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Issac Lavissoniere
“Battle of Kaposia by Isaac Labissoniere” is a firsthand account written by Isaac Labissoniere — a French-Canadian settler who came…
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Significant Dates in French Minnesota History
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French Names Changed to English
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The 79 French Towns of Minnesota
For almost two hundred years before Minnesota became a state, French was the primary European language spoken here. After Minnesota…
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Oakwood Sacred Heart Centennial
Centennial book (1981) for the Oakwood Sacred Heart community in North Dakota.
