Milwaukee
The city of Milwaukee lies some 90 mi. north of Chicago on the west side of Lake Michigan at the inflow of the Milwaukee River, which is joined within the city area by two tributaries, the Menomenee and the Kinickinnic. The town grew out of a trading post established in the 18th
c. near the Indian village of Melleoki. Much of the population is of German origin, and the city has been called the German Athens of America.
German influence is still apparent in many features of the city. Its greatest claim to fame is as the home of Harley Davidson, the legendary motorcycle. Milwaukee has an important port, accessible all year round on the Street Lawrence Seaway.
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