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Historical Essay

Vieau, Jacques (1757-1852)

Fur Trader
Biography of pioneer fur trader Jacques Vieau.
Historical Essay

Carver, Jonathan (1710-1780)

Explorer and Author
Biography of explorer and author Jonathan Carver
Historical Essay

Langlade, Charles Michel 1729-1801

Soldier, Fur Trader and "Father of Wisconsin"
Brief biography of soldier, fur trader and the "Father of Wisconsin," Charles Michel Langlade.
Historical Essay

Reaume, Charles 1752-1821

Judge
Brief biography of legendary judge Charles Reaume.
Historical Essay

Marin, Paul, 1692-1753

French Official, Captain and Fur Trader
Biography of French Official, Captain and Fur Trader Paul Marin.
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

Ho-poe-kaw (Glory of the Morning)

Last Known Female Ho-Chunk Chief
Read an account of the success and legacy of the last known Ho-Chunk female chief and her children.

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