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Historical Essay

European Exploration in Wisconsin

How the French Began the Fur Trade
Discover how early French explorers mapped Wisconsin and began the state's fur trade.
Historical Essay

European Explorers in Wisconsin

Brief run explanation of the earliest European explorers to set foot in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Radisson, Pierre-Esprit, 1640?-1710

French Fur Trader
Learn about one of the first French fur traders to visit Wisconsin. Read about his experiences with Indian tribes and his exploration of the countryside.

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