By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15218ISBN: 978-0-635-01521-1Format: Paperback
Robert La Follette was a major force during the Progressive Era of American history. A fiery political leader, he inspired many people and angered many people. He had strong opinions and stuck to those opinions. "Fighting Bob" will always be remembered in American politics.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15234ISBN: 978-0-635-01523-5Format: Paperback
To Americans, John Paul Jones was a hero during the Revolutionary War. To the British, he was sort of a pirate! Destined for greatness on the sea since his childhood, John Paul Jones is known as the "Father of the American Navy."
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15269ISBN: 978-0-635-01526-6Format: Paperback
The Harveys were an interesting couple. They were both born in the East and moved to Wisconsin. They were both schoolteachers. Perhaps the most memorable thing they both did was help the soldiers during the Civil War. Louis and Cordelia Harvey – Wisconsin’s pride and joy.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15390ISBN: 978-0-635-01539-6Format: Paperback
Medard Groseilliers was a master fur trader. He collected a small fortune over his lifetime as a fur trader. He also explored and opened up many new lands in the Great Lakes Region, including Wisconsin.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15439ISBN: 978-0-635-01543-3Format: Paperback
James Groppi grew up in the slums of Milwaukee. He knew what it was like to be poor. As a Catholic priest, he felt compelled to take up the cause of the poor and underprivileged African Americans. His impact will forever be an important part of Wisconsin history.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 1548XISBN: 978-0-635-01548-8Format: Paperback
George Mason guided the founding fathers into the American Revolution and welcomed the country's newfound independence.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15498ISBN: 978-0-635-01549-5Format: Paperback
Robert Rutherford McCormick was a colorful character in Chicago's history. He was editor and publisher of one of the nation's most important newspapers, the Chicago Tribune. He used his paper to voice his often-controversial political beliefs. All in all, McCormick was a major influence in Chicago history.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15501ISBN: 978-0-635-01550-1Format: Paperback
Father René Ménard was a brave man of God. He was smart and determined. Educated at many of the finest schools in France, he came to the wilds of present-day Canada as a missionary to the Indians. What an exciting -and often scary- life!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15528ISBN: 978-0-635-01552-5Format: Paperback
Old Abe was an extraordinary eagle. He became a symbol of courage and spirit for Wisconsin's Civil War soldiers. His popularity only increased after the Civil War. Nationwide, Old Abe is remembered as one of the most famous "veterans" of the Civil War!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15579ISBN: 978-0-635-01557-0Format: Paperback
Orson Welles was many things - actor, radio personality, director, writer and producer. His award-winning film, Citizen Kane, was a highlight in his career. Although he never became wealthy from films, his influence on Hollywood was strong.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15587ISBN: 978-0-635-01558-7Format: Paperback
George Wythe was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, a well-known lawyer, and was an inspiration to his younger friend - Thomas Jefferson!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15641ISBN: 978-0-635-01564-8Format: Paperback
John Glenn was a legendary American astronaut. He was the first American to fly a spacecraft all the way around the Earth and the oldest person in space! John Glenn was a military veteran, company president, college graduate, U.S. Senator, astronaut, and an American hero.
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