The Day The US Almost Spoke German

In this episode of the Airlearn Language Show, we uncover the truth behind the famous Muhlenberg Myth the story that America almost adopted German instead of English. Was the U.S. really one vote away from becoming a German-speaking nation?

We explore early America’s multilingual roots, the influence of German-speaking communities, and how English eventually became dominant. From petitions in Congress to the cultural legacy of German immigrants, this is the real story of how languages shaped America.

Along the way, we’ll see how German words like kindergarten, hamburger, and über became part of everyday English proving that even though English won, German never disappeared.
Would America be different today if German had been chosen? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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Chapters
Intro
The “One Vote” Myth
German in Early America
What Really Happened in Congress
English vs. German Power Struggle
German’s Lasting Legacy
Conclusion

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