Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is home to one of the world's largest Amish communities. This book searches historical data and family information for the pioneer settlers of the West Conestoga from it's beginnings around 1735; with considerable information of over 40 families to 1810, along with a 19th century overview. Early families include Garber, Erb, Schantz/Johns, Kurtz, Showalter, Rupp, Schmucker and others.