Henry Gerhard Appenzeller papers, 1883 -- 1902

Creator:
Appenzeller, Henry Gerhard, 1858-1902
Abstract:
Henry Gerhard Appenzeller was a pioneer Methodist missionary in Korea, and his papers represent the early history of Protestant missionary work in Korea, specifically its Methodist beginnings, and reveal his support for the independence of Korea. The collection includes journals, notebooks, correspondence, sermons, and articles.
Extent:
2 linear feet (2 linear feet; 5 boxes)
Language:
English
Scope and content:

Appenzeller's papers represent the early history of Protestant missionary work in Korea, specifically its Methodist beginnings, and reveal his support for the independence of Korea. The collection includes journals, notebooks, correspondence, sermons, and articles.

Biographical / historical:

A pioneer Methodist missionary to Korea, Henry Gerhard Appenzeller was born in Sonderton, PA on February 6, 1858. In 1882 he graduated from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, PA and continued his education at Drew Theological Seminary in Madison, NJ. In 1879 he married Ella Dodge. In 1884 the Methodist Episcopal Board of Missions appointed Appenzeller to Korea, and he arrived a year later. He settled in Seoul and served as assistant superintendent of the Mission from its foundation until 1887, when he became full superintendent. In 1886 he founded the Pai Chai School in Seoul, working as the principal for many years. He gained fluency with the Korean language and joined the Board of Bible Translators. He also served as pastor of the Union Church in Seoul. With Rev. Ohlinger Appenzeller established the Methodist Printing House and became editor of The Korean Review, successor to the Korean Repository. Appenzeller was a traveler, explorer, teacher, organizer and evangelist. He died in a shipwreck on June 11, 1902.

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