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Images of America: Minnesota Series

This series delves into the rich history and cultural heritage of Minnesota through compelling archival photographs. Each volume uncovers the unique stories and faces that shaped the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes,' from bustling city streets to serene farmlands. Explore the state's past, the legacy of its settlers, and iconic locales through visually engaging narratives.

Dayton's Department Store
Mower County
Sauk Rapids and Benton County
Northwest Airlines: The First Eighty Years

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  • Northwest Airlines: The First Eighty Years

    • 128 pages
    • 5 hours of reading
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    The book chronicles the remarkable history of Northwest Airlines, tracing its evolution from its first mail flight in 1926 to becoming a leader in the aviation industry. It highlights key milestones, such as its contributions during World War II in Alaska, the establishment of commercial air links to Japan, and its strategic alliance with KLM in 1992. Celebrating the airline's 80th anniversary in 2006, the narrative emphasizes Northwest's enduring legacy as America's oldest air carrier with a continuous name identification.

    Northwest Airlines: The First Eighty Years

  • Sauk Rapids and Benton County

    • 128 pages
    • 5 hours of reading
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    "Sauk Rapids and Benton County" explores the rich history of one of Minnesota's oldest counties, named after Senator Thomas Hart Benton. It highlights Sauk Rapids' significance as a steamboat navigation point and features nearly 200 vintage photographs, tracing the area's evolution from Ojibwe settlements to modern-day life.

    Sauk Rapids and Benton County

  • Mower County

    • 128 pages
    • 5 hours of reading

    The history of Mower County, Minnesota, is the story of its people-their dreams, their hard work, their joys, and their disappointments. It is the story of the Native Americans who built mounds and lived in villages along the shores of the lakes. It is the story of the early pioneers who braved the hot, sticky summers and the sub-zero winters. It is the story of the merchants, who believed in the future of these small farming communities, and the entrepreneurs, who platted sites for new villages.These stories are told here with the help of over 200 vintage prints and photographs from each of the twenty townships that make up Mower County. In these townships, many communities have developed over the years. Some lived only a short time, dying out because they were bypassed by the railroads that crossed Southern Minnesota, or because the villages could not attract settlers. Those that survived grew, and to this day provide homes for descendants of the earliest pioneers, as well as newer residents, who were drawn by industry or the beauty of Southern Minnesota.

    Mower County

  • Dayton's Department Store

    • 128 pages
    • 5 hours of reading
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    The narrative chronicles the rise and fall of a once-thriving department store, originally known as Goodfellows, which transformed into a community hub under George Draper Dayton's leadership. Established in 1902, the store became renowned for its inviting atmosphere, customer-friendly policies, and diverse offerings. It fostered a unique community spirit, hosting various social activities and amenities. As urban department stores faced decline, Dayton's legacy reflects broader retail challenges while highlighting its historical significance in the Midwest, including pioneering the first indoor mall.

    Dayton's Department Store