Thermopolis, Hot Springs Co., Wyoming
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Thermopolis, Hot Springs Co., Wyoming
History:
Thermopolis is Greek for "Hot City" and was named as such because of the numerous natural hot springs in the area.
Volga German families settled in and around Thermopolis.
Volga German Congregations:
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Volga German Families:
The following Volga German families are known to have settled in Thermopolis:
Frihauf from Norka
Geis
Keil from Katharinental
Stumpf from Warenburg
Weber
Worster from Schilling
Volga Colonies:
External Links:
- Thermopolis Hot Springs Wyoming (official website)
- Thermopolis, Wyoming (Wikipedia)
Pre-Volga Origin
Volga Colonies
Latitude: 49.456667
Longitude: 10.513880