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Map of Wisconsin
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This map shows the entire state of Wisconsin with counties, cities, and rivers. It includes an inset of the layout of the streets of Milwaukee and a chart with the population by counties in 1840 and 1850, as well as the state's total population.
1856
Ensign, Bridgman & Fanning (cartographer)
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W014AU1
WHi 90096
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