How About Them Apples
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The Legacy of Johnny Appleseed and the Impact of Apples in American History
This chapter explores the historical impact of John Chapman, also known as Johnny Appleseed, on the cultivation of apple trees in America. It discusses how Chapman established nurseries, collaborated with communities, and contributed to the proliferation of apple tree varieties across the Midwest, with a focus on the origins of apple trees for alcohol production and the subsequent decline of certain apple types due to quality standards.
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