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Historical Essay

Dutton, Brother Joseph 1843 - 1931

Civil War veteran and Trappist Monk
Learn about the lay brother from Wisconsin who worked at Damien's colony of exiled native Hawaiian lepers.
Historical Essay

Tomah, Menominee leader, ca. 1752 - 1818

Menominee war chief
Read a brief account of the Menominee leader, Tomah. This article includes several links to primary sources and pictures.
Historical Essay

Plankinton, John (1820 - 1891)

Brief biography of John Plankinton, a meat packer and businessman.
Review the brief biography of John Plankinton, a meat packer and businessman.

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