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Danish Windmill in Iowa

Elk Horn, Iowa - The Danish Windmill, built in 1848 in Denmark and brought to Iowa in 1975. This rural community claims to be the largest Danish settlement in the United States. About 10% of the Danish population emigrated in the late 19th century, hoping for a better standard of living. Many settled in the U.S. midwest.

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Image Description:	Elk Horn, Iowa - The Danish Windmill, built in 1848 in Denmark and brought to Iowa in 1975. This rural community claims to be the largest Danish settlement in the United States. About 10% of the Danish population emigrated in the late 19th century, hoping for a better standard of living. Many settled in the U.S. midwest.
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