The largest Island in Lake Superior and one with a varied history, Isle Royale National Park is one that most people (even freq. National Park visitors) know little about. The park started life with ancient Ojibwe history from generations ago. With European settlers the area became known for mining which later turned into a resort for wealthy … [Read more...]
Category: Michigan
National Parks in Michigan
Michigan contains 6 National Park Sites within the state. These include one National Park (Isle Royale), 2 National Lakeshores, a National Historic Park, and a National Battlefield Park. Additionally, one National Trail traverses the state as well. National Parks Of the National Parks in the United States. One of those sites (Isle … [Read more...]
NPS: River Raisin National Battlefield Park
The Battle of Frenchtown: River Raisin January 1813,American Troops gathered at Maumee Rapids for a campaign to retake the Detroit from the British. America had declared war on the British months before in what would become known as the War of 1812. In August of 1812, Detroit had fallen to British forces. General Winchester had received word … [Read more...]