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Historical Essay

Niagara (shipwreck, 1856)

Brief description of the burning of the steamer Niagara. Congressman John B. Macy of Empire, Fond du Lac County, was numbered among the victims.
Historical Essay

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin - A Brief History

Discover historical details and explore our online collections related to Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Tornadoes in Wisconsin

Read about tornadoes in Wisconsin, including some of the worst to have struck the state.
Historical Essay

Notable Fires in Wisconsin

See a list and brief description of significant fires in Wisconsin history.

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