Summary
Karl and Kristina Nilsson work on a farm in a cold and desolate area of 19th century rural Sweden. Growing privations, combined with increasing social and religious persecution, motivate the Nilssons and many of their neighbors to strike out for the United States. Following a treacherous ocean crossing and an equally grueling land passage, the emigrants find themselves in seemingly idyllic Minnesota.
Crew
Creator
Jan Troell
Creator
Vilhelm Moberg
Creator
Bengt Forslund
Status:
Ended
Original Language:
Swedish
Type:
Miniseries
Networks:
Keywords
husband wife relationship
minnesota
american dream
farm worker
ship
the new world
hardship
sailing ship
seasickness
sea voyage
journey
emigrant
19th century
swedish family