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Allison-Reinkeh House
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Bass Mansion
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Bean, Daniel V., House
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Blood, Oliver, House
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Buck, Charles Amos, House
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Buck, Fred, House
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Caple, W. T., House
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Clark, Jennie, House
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Cochran, William, House
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Conway House
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Cook, Calvin and Maggie, House
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Cook, Wilbur, House
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Cramer, Martin, House
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Daly, Marcus, Memorial Hospital
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DeNayer House
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Drinkenberg's, F. H., First Home
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Ellis, E. G., House
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Emhoff House
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Etna School
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First Baptist Church
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Fisher, Joseph, House
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Foust, Perry, House
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Foye Rental Houses
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Fulton, Charles, House
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Gavin House
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Gill, Sherman, House
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Goff House
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Gordon House
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Granke, Charles, House
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Hamilton Town Hall
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Harrington, Rose, House
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Hoffman, Charles, House
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Howe, John G., House
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Lagerquist, John, House
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Lancaster House
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Landram, John A., House
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Lockridge House
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May, Albert, House
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May, Charles, House
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May, George, House
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May, Harry, House
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May, Louis, House
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McFarlane House
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McGlauflin House
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McLaughlin, John, House
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Metcalf House
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Morr, Philip and Ella, House
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Pine Apartments
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Popham Ranch
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Ravalli County Courthouse
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Sharp, John, House
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Stevensville Grade School-United Methodist Church
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Stout, John, House
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Summers-Quast Farmstead
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Thornton Hospital
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Trosdahl, Erick, House
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VFW Club
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Wallin, Frank, House
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Wamsley, Other C., House
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Williams House
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Williams, John and Ann, House
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Young, Benjamin, House
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Illinois is the birthplace of several famous people, including former U.S. President Ronald Reagan, Nobel Prize-winning physicist Enrico Fermi, and writer Ernest Hemingway.
Cook County, located in the northeastern part of Illinois, has a rich and vibrant history that dates back centuries. The area was first inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Potawatomi, Miami, and Sauk, who utilized the abundant natural resources of the region for their livelihoods.

European settlement of Cook County began in the late 18th century with the arrival of French explorers and traders. However, it was not until the early 19th century that the permanent settlement of the region started to take shape. In 1831, the area was officially organized as Cook County, named after Daniel Cook, an early attorney and politician.

The construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal in the 1830s played a significant role in the development of Cook County. This waterway connected the Illinois River to Lake Michigan, making Chicago a crucial transportation hub and contributing to its rapid growth. The county's population surged, attracting immigrants from around the world who sought work in industries like meatpacking, steel manufacturing, and brewing.

Throughout its history, Cook County has been a focal point of notable events and achievements. It was in Cook County that the iconic Chicago Fire of 1871 broke out, resulting in significant destruction but also paving the way for the city's subsequent architectural and urban redevelopment. The county was also key to the rise of the labor and civil rights movements, with significant protests and strikes occurring throughout the 20th century.

Today, Cook County is the most populous county in Illinois and home to the city of Chicago, a global center of commerce, culture, and innovation. It continues to evolve and adapt, with diverse communities, renowned cultural institutions, and a dynamic economy that contributes to its reputation as a vibrant and influential county.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Cook County, Illinois.

  • 1830: Cook County is established as a separate county in the state of Illinois.
  • 1835: The city of Chicago is incorporated within Cook County.
  • 1840: The population of Cook County reaches over 10,000.
  • 1850: The Illinois Central Railroad is completed, connecting Chicago to the rest of the country.
  • 1871: The Great Chicago Fire destroys a large portion of the city, including parts of Cook County.
  • 1889: The Chicago Board of Trade Building, the world's first modern skyscraper, is completed in Chicago.
  • 1920: The population of Cook County surpasses 3 million.
  • 1933: The beginning of the prohibition era leads to increased organized crime activities in Cook County, notably led by Al Capone.
  • 1955: The construction of the Eisenhower Expressway begins, marking the start of an extensive highway system in Cook County.
  • 1969: The Sears Tower (now Willis Tower) is completed in Chicago, becoming the tallest building in the world at the time.
  • 1971: The Richard J. Daley Center, a prominent government building, is completed in Chicago.
  • 1995: The Chicago Bulls, with Michael Jordan, win their fourth NBA championship, bringing recognition and pride to Cook County.
  • 2016: Chicago experiences a surge in violence and homicides, leading to increased efforts to address and reduce crime in Cook County.