It's known as "America's Dairyland" because of its production of milk and cheese, but Wisconsin boasts far more than just cows and cold weather. Using photographs, fun facts, and engaging text, this book explores Wisconsin's geography, rich history, business and industry, cities, people, and lifestyle. Readers will gain an understanding of what makes the Badger State special.
These stories connect geologic processes to the current landscape, as well as to the evolution of flora and fauna and development of human settlement and activities, for a deeper understanding of our state’s natural history.
In the winter of 1870, the compiler of this book was invited to deliver the annual address before the State Historical Society, and the members of the legislature. Having accepted...
... Garrison's creed found champions in Wisconsin , which had always been free territory . In 1843 C. C. Sholes established the Milwaukee Democrat , which quickly changed its name to the American Freeman and actively opposed Negro slavery ...
The atlas features historical and geographical data, including full-color maps, descriptive text, photos, and illustrations.
1934 Philip Fox La Follette ( Prog ) Albert George Schmedeman ( D ) Howard Greene ( R ) George A. Nelson ( Soc ) Morris Childs ( IC ) Thomas W. North ( PR ) Joe Ehrhardt ( ISL ) TOTAL 1936 Philip Fox La Follette ( Prog ) Alexander Wiley ...
Based on her research for her award-winning title for adults, "Indian Nations of Wisconsin: Histories of Endurance and Survival," author Patty Loew has tailored this book specifically for young readers.
Introduces the twelve Indian nations that live in Wisconsin, presenting tribal stories that incorporate various ways Native people remember the past, and emphasizing the value of oral tradition.