Looking for Peter Hampton

Tales from the Mennonite Heritage Archives – Episode 78

  • Peter Hampton (The Winnipeg Tribute, July 11, 1942, page 5)

Today, join host Sara Dyck as she shares the story of researcher and writer Helene Warkentin’s quest to learn about Peter Hampton. Born Peter Paetkau in Russia, Hampton spent his younger years in Grunthal, Manitoba, eventually ending up in Ohio. Though he changed his surname, interest in his Mennonite story stayed with him for a lifetime.

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Podcast Series: Tales from the Mennonite Heritage Archives
Episode 78: Looking for Peter Hampton
Date: June 7, 2026
Host: Dan Dyck
Published by The Mennonite Heritage Archives