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Published since 1917, Michigan History is about Michigan's fascinating past. Every colorful 64-page issue tells the exciting stories of Michigan people and their impact on their communities, the nation and the world. Check the links below for regularly updated features on the history of the Great Lakes State!

Michigan History: The Tri-Motor Conquers the South Pole
Six hours into their flight, the four explorers aboard the Floyd Bennett, a specially equipped Ford Tri-Motor airplane, stared at the mountain range ahead, blocking their way. Includes photos and videos of this amazing feat and a remarkable aircraft!
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Michigan History: Making money at the Straits BEFORE the Bridge
Before the Mackinac Bridge opened in November 1957, the hundreds of people waiting to take a car ferry across the Straits of Mackinac (especially during deer-hunting season) provided an economic bonanza for local residents.
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Other recent stories...
Michigan History: The Mackinac Bridge Opens , Michigan History: They Paid the Highest Price , Michigan History: Bridging the Straits , Lapeer: A tale of Two Courthouses , Michigan's First MEMORIAL DAY

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Apr 14, 2006
A Boy Who Dreamed of Flying


May 19, 2006
A Peach of a Man


Jul 5, 2006
Michigan's Four Flags City


Jul 1, 2005
Michigan at Gettysburg


May 11, 2005
Highway Lighthouses


Mar 14, 2008
When Carl Sandburg Called Michigan Home



Oct 29, 2007
Michigan History: Up North with the Hemingways



Jun 4, 2005
The Toledo War


Jul 5, 2006
A Tale of Two Forts


Jul 8, 2005
Father Marquette Discovers the Mississippi River

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