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Hidden History of Dubuque|Susan Miller Hellert
Hidden History of Dubuque
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Poised on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River, Dubuque provided a vital entry point for westward expansion. Explorers, Native Americans, fur traders, lead miners and pilgrims all played a part in the little-known history of Iowa's Driftless Region. It was Dubuque that contributed the first military company in the country for service at the start of the Civil War. Jefferson Davis made a foray into the city in pursuit of lead miners. And gangster Al Capone reportedly used the Hotel Julien as a retreat and hideout. Uncover these lost stories and more with author and historian Susan Miller Hellert as she chronicles the fascinating and all-but-forgotten tales of Dubuque and the surrounding region.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781540202772
  • ISBN-10: 1540202771
  • Publisher: History Press Library Editions
  • Publish Date: March 2016
  • Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.38 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.81 pounds
  • Page Count: 146

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