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It Happened in Wisconsin (It Happened In Series)

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Known as the Badger State, Wisconsin is famous for its cheese and beer, for its settlement in the 19th century by waves of Norwegian, Swedish and German immigrants, as well as for the progressive politics of Bob Follette and the infamous politics of Joe McCarthy. But there is so much more to Wisconsin's history and author Michael Bie recounts some truly remarkable incidents in that history, many of which may come as a surprise to even life-long residents. This compendium state history begins with a chapter on the archaeological discovery in Lake Mills of a Native American culture that was flourishing around 3000 B.C., then goes on to cover the founding of Green Bay in 1634, events in Prairie du Chien in 1842, the Taliesin accomplishments and scandals of 1914, alleged events in Niccedah in 1950, the Posse Comitatus in Tigerton Falls in 1974, Milwaukee corruptions and depravity in 1991, and so very much more. Of special note is the chapter featuring 'Wisconsin Facts & Trivia'. Enhanced with an extensive bibliography and an index. An essential, core addition to school and community libraries throughout the Badger State, "It Happened In Wisconsin" is as entertaining as it is informative, and especially recommended to the attention of non-specialist general readers with an interest in Wisconsin history and personalities.

From Capital Times columnist and author Doug Moe:

"It goes without saying that Mike Bie is a splendid storyteller, but his real gift is digging out the tales from the past that are truly worth telling. Nobody knows the truth behind more Wisconsin myths and legends than Mike Bie, and it's his singular talent that in dealing us those truths he has produced a book as entertaining as any fiction."

I have lived in Wisconsin for 50 years and I have visited many of the places they write about in this book. I didn't know the history of these places and so I found this a very informative and interesting book. I also found it easy to read, the chapters were short and to the point.

This is an interesting book about happenings/history in Wisconsin.
We gave it as a gift to two people and they both enjoyed it.
Books came quickly and were in perfect condition.
I even found out that one of my relatives was involved in
one of the stories!

Although I am a Minnesotan, I am keenly interested in unusual stories of fact written
about other states. This is excellent reading.