"My generation is a part of the history of Denmark and of the Philippines, but not quite our history is the history of migration." This quote from Wesley Valdez, featured on the homepage of A Philippine History of Denmark, encapsulates what the resource is about: an invitation to step into the shoes of the "Filipino Pioneers" who migrated to Denmark during the 20th century. This collection "traces the laboring lives of the Pioneers and those who followed," through archives of documents and images that tell the stories of Filipinas and Filipinos who migrated to work in Denmark's "booming service industry." Users may want to begin on the Home and About pages, which link to a few related sources that provide context on Philippine migration and introduce the purpose of the project. The FAD page houses materials related to the Filipino Association of Denmark, such as member materials and holiday celebration announcements. On the Photos page, readers can browse archived images that immortalize the lives of these Pioneers, showcasing celebrations, work life, and family gatherings. Photos are accompanied by a brief caption, highlighting who is in the picture, the date it was taken, and who contributed the image to the archive. Next, on the Documents page, readers can explore written materials, such as newspaper clippings and newsletters, that further inform the experiences and stories. Finally, on the Labor Pioneers - The Book page, users can learn about a recently published eBook and find a link to a 20-minute podcast (in Danish), both related to the theme of the project.
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