Sketch of the Great Fires in Wisconsin at Peshtigo, the Sugar Bush, Menekaune, Williamsville, and Generally on the Shores of Green Bay, with Thrilling and Truthful Incidents by Eye Witnesses. Also, a Statement of Relief Funds Contributed.
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Title
Sketch of the Great Fires in Wisconsin at Peshtigo, the Sugar Bush, Menekaune, Williamsville, and Generally on the Shores of Green Bay, with Thrilling and Truthful Incidents by Eye Witnesses. Also, a Statement of Relief Funds Contributed.
Subject
1871 fire at Peshtigo and surrounding northeastern Wisconsin
Description
A comprehensive overview of the forest fires that struck northeastern Wisconsin in 1871. Predominantly focuses on Peshtigo, but also gives attention to smaller surrounding communities, as well as coordinated relief efforts.
Creator
Frank Tilton
Publisher
Green Bay: Robinson & Kustermann
Date
1871
Collection
Citation
Frank Tilton, “Sketch of the Great Fires in Wisconsin at Peshtigo, the Sugar Bush, Menekaune, Williamsville, and Generally on the Shores of Green Bay, with Thrilling and Truthful Incidents by Eye Witnesses. Also, a Statement of Relief Funds Contributed.,” Great Lakes Fire History Digital Archive, accessed May 17, 2026, https://firearchive.omeka.net/items/show/68.
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