From The Ground Up: The Story Of Brother Van, Montana Pioneer Minister, 1848-1919 is a biography written by Robert W. Lind. The book tells the story of William Wesley Van Orsdel, also known as Brother Van, who was a pioneer minister in Montana during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Brother Van was born in Illinois in 1848 and moved to Montana in 1871, where he worked as a rancher and miner before becoming a minister. He was known for his dedication to serving the people of Montana, particularly those in rural areas. ...
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From The Ground Up: The Story Of Brother Van, Montana Pioneer Minister, 1848-1919 is a biography written by Robert W. Lind. The book tells the story of William Wesley Van Orsdel, also known as Brother Van, who was a pioneer minister in Montana during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Brother Van was born in Illinois in 1848 and moved to Montana in 1871, where he worked as a rancher and miner before becoming a minister. He was known for his dedication to serving the people of Montana, particularly those in rural areas. He traveled extensively throughout the state, often on foot or horseback, to preach and provide support to those in need.The book explores Brother Van's life and work, including his efforts to establish churches and schools in Montana. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family.Overall, From The Ground Up provides a comprehensive look at the life of Brother Van and his impact on the state of Montana. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the role of religion in shaping communities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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