Identity area
Reference code
CA MHC 713-BK4-168
Title
Bergfeld: the Isaak Doerksen house under construction
Date(s)
- [between 1927-1929] (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1 photograph: b&w; 11 x 8 cm
Context area
Name of creator
(1863-1929)
Biographical history
Fred Engen was born in Norway and immigrated to the United States. He became employed by American banker Samuel McRoberts and became a key player in the migration of Mennonites from Manitoba and Saskatchewan to Paraguay in the 1926-1929 move. He died in Paraguay and is buried there.
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
The photo shows the log framed Isaak Doerksen house under construction in Bergfeld. It appears to have a veranda surrounding the home. [Isaak Doerksen is standing in front of the structure.] The Chaco bush is seen in the background.