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In this final episode from Elk Horn, Iowa – the most Danish town in America – I visit the local cemetery, where history is literally carved in stone.
Warren Whatson, the caretaker and local historian, shares stories about the early Danish settlers and how names and traditions changed over time.
Then I meet Stan Jens, the big-bearded mayor of Elk Horn, who invites me for a beer in his Harley garage. Between motorcycles and laughter, we talk about preserving Danish culture, small-town pride, and community spirit.
It's a perfect ending to my time in "Dane Country."
See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/339-elk-horn-iowa/
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In this final episode from Elk Horn, Iowa – the most Danish town in America – I visit the local cemetery, where history is literally carved in stone.
Warren Whatson, the caretaker and local historian, shares stories about the early Danish settlers and how names and traditions changed over time.
Then I meet Stan Jens, the big-bearded mayor of Elk Horn, who invites me for a beer in his Harley garage. Between motorcycles and laughter, we talk about preserving Danish culture, small-town pride, and community spirit.
It's a perfect ending to my time in "Dane Country."
See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/339-elk-horn-iowa/

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