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Historical Essay

Paine, Byron, 1827-1871

Civil Rights Law
Learn about the Milwaukee based lawyer who won two of Wisconsin's most important civil rights cases and was on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Historical Essay

Stevens, Brooks, 1911-1995

Industrial Designer
Learn more about this Milwaukeean whose life's work greatly influenced the field of industrial design and the art of salesmanship.
Historical Essay

Women's History in Wisconsin

Provides a comprehensive summary of women's history in Wisconsin and contains primary sources from the 16th century to the early 21st century.
Historical Essay

Wright, Frank Lloyd, 1867-1959

Read about the life of this influential Wisconsonite and his contributions to the field of architecture. Article includes links to many primary sources.
Historical Essay

Diseases and Epidemics in Wisconsin

Learn how epidemics erupted in Wisconsin and the ways communities responded
Historical Essay

The Underground Railroad in Wisconsin

Read about the most famous actions of freedom seekers along Wisconsin's Underground Railroad. Includes links to primary sources.

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