Germany
Looking for better economic opportunities after the war in Germany.
Job growth and escape overcrowding.
New Braunfels. They formed new settlements such as Fredericksburg and Comfort.
They arrived by boat at the Port of Galveston.
Butchers helped create Texas BBQ, German polkas influenced music.
Germans have a strong influence in Texas with food, dance halls, and breweries.
Hill Country towns have German influence in names, churches, food and language.
German is the 3rd most popular culture in Texas
Oktoberfest is a popular celebration in Texas.
