Dorothea (the teacher) and August Craemer (the preacher) were two of Frankenmuth's most influential settlers. Despite destined for different locations upon leaving Germany, the two met and fell in love on board the Caroline. Though the encountered struggles throughout their lives, their impact is still felt today in Frankenmuth.

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