
WAUKESHA, WI: Memoirs of Waukesha County from the Earliest Historical Times Down to the Present (Hardcover)
by Theron W Haight. 1907. 701p
Waukesha County, located in Wisconsin, has a rich history marked by early European settlement and significant Native American heritage. The area saw its first settlers, including notable figures like Hatch, Rockwell, Schuyler, and Parker, who established key locations and contributed to the region's development. In 1836, the legislative council of Michigan convened in Green Bay, leading to the establishment of Wisconsin's territorial government, with Gen. Henry Dodge as its first governor. This historical backdrop highlights Waukesha County's transformation from a Native American landscape to a thriving community, making it a fascinating subject for those interested in local history and heritage.