Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes

"Fifty Years In The Northwest" by William H. C. Folsom is a recollection of the author’s experiences witnessing dramatic changes in the Northwestern territories over half a century. The book tells the story of his move from Maine to Prairie du Chien, starting in 1836, and then captures his early life, describing the tough work and events that led him westward. It's a look at the pioneering era and the rise of Wisconsin and Minnesota's cities, focusing on settlers' struggles and successes as they built new lives in a changing world.