This book is written especially for my grandfather, August Philip Andrew Gruenhagen, and for my parents, whose help and encouragement have been invaluable end who have taught me, through the years, the value of Family.

This book is also written for my children, so that they will learn about their Gruenhagen ancestors.

My special thanks go to my husband, Dave, who patiently put up with my time consuming research.

Although it is impossible to thank each person by name, I wish to sincerely thank all the people who contributed photographs, documents, and information to this book.