Read about the trials and tribulations of commercial fruit production in Wisconsin from 1854 until the early 20th century. |
Learn about the German Austrianswho emigrated to Wisconsin in the latter half of the 19th century, mainly settling in cities and towns. |
Learn about the Lithuanians who emigrated to Wisconsin in the early 20th century and again after World War II. |
Learn about the Croatian immigrants who came to Wisconsin, primarily between 1890 and 1914. |
Learn about the Hungarian immigrants who came to Wisconsin from the 19th century through the post-World War II era. |
Wisconsin Civil War Soldier, U. S. Senator, German-Language Newpaper Editor |
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Read about Carl Schurz, the German immigrant and political reformer who helped elect President Lincoln, fought in the Civil War, served as a U.S. Senator. |
How a Disaster Made Wisconsin the Dairy State |
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Discover how Wisconsin became the nation's leader in wheat long before it was renowned for dairy, and the disaster that made it all possible. |
Assimilation |
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Discover how the government tried to assimilate Germans and Indians into their culture. |
The History of Modern Immigration in Wisconsin |
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Discover the economic and cultural changes that brought new immigrants to Wisconsin in the 20th century. |
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