Maltese in Michigan / Joseph M. Lubig.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lubig, Joseph M.

Series:

Discovering the peoples of Michigan

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Maltese Americans--Michigan--History.

Maltese Americans.

Maltese Americans--Michigan--Social life and customs.

Maltese Americans--Michigan--Ethnic identity.

Immigrants--Michigan--History.

Immigrants.

Emigration and immigration.

History.

Manners and customs.

Ethnic relations.

Ethnicity.

Michigan.

Michigan--Ethnic relations.

Michigan--Social life and customs.

Michigan--Emigration and immigration--History.

Malta--Emigration and immigration--History.

Malta.

Physical Description:

90 pages : illustrations, map ; 22 cm.

Place of Publication:

East Lansing : Michigan State University Press, [2011]

Summary:

"Maltese in Michigan "is an enlivening volume depicting the struggles and accomplishments of a singular culture, an immigrant narrative at once recognizable and enigmatic. Without realizing it, most Americans are probably familiar with the Maltese people through the cross displayed by firefighters, which bears a strong similarity in design and meaning to the one used by the Knights of Malta. The noble qualities embodied by the Maltese Cross are reflected in the pride and accomplishments of Maltese immigrants in Michigan, a small but vibrant ethnic group. Rooted in the post-World War II experiences of the 20th century, the Maltese established themselves in the city of Detroit, and thrived due to a strong work ethic and Catholic faith, while maintaining a strong central identity. This volume is a tribute to the Maltese of Michigan and all who have begun anew in an unfamiliar land and culture.

Contents:

A short history of Malta

The Maltese as early patriots in America

Coming to America prior to World War II

World War II and immigration

One family's journey

Connections to the Church

The struggle to become "American"

Keeping the Maltese identity

The measure of success

Appendix 1: Maltese food

Appendix 2: A eulogy for Mary Stella and Michael L. Zampa, delivered by Victor M. Zampa

Appendix 3: Maltese surnames

Appendix 4: Language

Appendix 5: 2000 census of Maltese in Michigan

Appendix 6: Reflections on World War II

Appendix 7: Maltese ethnic and social organizations.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781611860191

1611860199

OCLC:

703871125