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The Illinois and Michigan Canal
IL ,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
41° 21' 20.34",
-88° 25' 17.22"
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Illinois State Historical Marker |
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This historic artery of travel was commenced in 1836 and finished in 1848. By carrying pioneers and their produce between Lake Michigan and the Illinois Valley, it figured largely in the development of northern Illinois. Spuperseded by the Deep Waterway after fifty years of use, it is now devoted to recreational purposes.
Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00 |
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The Illinois and Michigan Canal Illinois Map
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