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Pierrette, Maurice, and Lise discuss their family’s move from Quebec to Underhill, Vermont, in May 1949. Their father, seeking better economic opportunities, moved the family to a larger farm milking 50-55 cows compared to 20 in Canada. The family recounts the challenges they faced, including language barriers and heavy farm work, as well as their school experiences, community interactions, and cultural traditions.
By Underhill Historical SocietyPierrette, Maurice, and Lise discuss their family’s move from Quebec to Underhill, Vermont, in May 1949. Their father, seeking better economic opportunities, moved the family to a larger farm milking 50-55 cows compared to 20 in Canada. The family recounts the challenges they faced, including language barriers and heavy farm work, as well as their school experiences, community interactions, and cultural traditions.