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| Learn about the German Austrianswho emigrated to Wisconsin in the latter half of the 19th century, mainly settling in cities and towns. |
| Leart about Dutch immigration to Wisconsin, which peaked between 1840 and 1890 and was divided into Protestant and Catholic group. |
| 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. |
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| Discover how Native Americans were removed from their lands in Wisconsin to make room for European immigrants. |
| Date: | 1890 |
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| Description: | Oval-framed quarter-length portrait of Reverend Monseigneur Peter Matthias Abbelen, who was vicar general of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, and later spirit... |
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