Burlington

by Burlington Historical Society

Book Overview

Nestled in the southeastern corner of Wisconsin, Burlington originally blossomed from industrial roots. The city was settled in 1836 by Easterners seeking waterpower for mills at the junction of the White and Fox Rivers. Over the years, the city has grown to attract a wide variety of business, tourism, and families. In the years leading up to the Civil War, Burlington area residents provided hiding places on the Underground Railroad under the leadership...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738534277
• ISBN13: 9780738534275
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.6" x 9.3"