National Register Listing

Bergland Administrative Site

a.k.a. 09-07-01-154

M-28, Bergland, MI
Local significance of the building:
Politics/government; Conservation; Architecture

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
  A brief timeline of the Civil War

  • April 12, 1861: The Civil War begins with the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter, located in South Carolina's Charleston Harbor.

  • April 15, 1861: President Abraham Lincoln issues a call for 75,000 volunteers to serve in the Union Army to suppress the rebellion.

  • May 24, 1861: The first major land battle, known as the First Battle of Bull Run (or First Battle of Manassas), takes place in Virginia. It ends in Confederate victory.

  • September 17, 1862: The Battle of Antietam in Maryland becomes the bloodiest single-day battle in American history, with heavy casualties on both sides. The Union forces, commanded by General George McClellan, manage to halt Confederate General Robert E. Lee's advance into Union territory.

  • January 1, 1863: President Lincoln issues the Emancipation Proclamation, declaring that all slaves in Confederate-held territories are to be set free. However, the proclamation does not immediately free all slaves in the United States.

  • July 1-3, 1863: The Battle of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania takes place, resulting in a significant Union victory and inflicting heavy casualties on Confederate forces. It marks a turning point in the war.

  • November 19, 1863: President Lincoln delivers the Gettysburg Address, emphasizing the principles of liberty, equality, and the preservation of the Union.

  • April 9, 1865: General Robert E. Lee surrenders to Union General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia, effectively ending the Civil War.

  • April 14, 1865: President Lincoln is assassinated by John Wilkes Booth while attending a play at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.

  • May 10, 1865: Confederate President Jefferson Davis is captured, signaling the collapse of the Confederate government.

  • December 6, 1865: The Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, officially abolishing slavery throughout the country.

While this timeline provides an overview of key events, it is important to note that the Civil War spanned over four years, from 1861 to 1865, and encompassed numerous battles, campaigns, and political developments that shaped the course of American history.

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Audiobooks about the history of Michigan.
The Detroit Lions football team was one of the original teams in the National Football League (NFL) when it was founded in 1920. The Lions have played their home games at Ford Field in Detroit since 2002.
Michigan random facts
Ontonagon County, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, has a rich history that dates back to the arrival of European settlers in the 17th century. The area was initially inhabited by the Ojibwa and Ottawa Native American tribes, who lived off the land and engaged in fur trade with French explorers. The first European exploration of Ontonagon County occurred in 1661 when French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, visited the area.

In the late 18th century, the fur trade thrived in the region, attracting more European settlers. The County's name, Ontonagon, is derived from the Ojibwa language meaning "dish" or "bowl," referring to the shape of the Ontonagon River. The county was officially established in 1843, becoming one of the first counties in the Upper Peninsula.

The discovery of copper in the mid-19th century brought a significant boom to Ontonagon County. The Ontonagon Boulder, a massive natural copper nugget weighing over five tons, was discovered in 1846, initiating a copper rush in the area. Mining companies were quickly established, and the population soared as people flocked to the region in search of wealth. The county's economy became primarily dependent on copper mining, and several mining towns sprouted up, including Ontonagon and Mass City.

However, by the early 20th century, the copper industry began to decline, leading to a gradual decline in population and economic activity in Ontonagon County. Today, the county's economy is diversified, with a focus on tourism, forestry, and recreational activities. The area is known for its natural beauty, including Lake Superior's shoreline, the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, and numerous rivers and lakes, attracting outdoor enthusiasts from all over. Despite its mining history, Ontonagon County has evolved into a peaceful and picturesque destination, offering a glimpse into Michigan's past while embracing a vibrant present.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Ontonagon County, Michigan.

  • 1843 - The Ontonagon County area is first explored by the Government Land Office surveyors.
  • 1847 - The first permanent settler, Austin Corser, arrives in Ontonagon County.
  • 1848 - The county is officially established and named Ontonagon after the Ontonagon River.
  • 1851 - Ontonagon County's first post office is established.
  • 1861 - The Ontonagon County Courthouse is completed.
  • 1870 - The village of Ontonagon becomes an official incorporated community.
  • 1880 - The Ontonagon Lighthouse is built to guide ships on Lake Superior.
  • 1894 - The Ontonagon County Historical Society is founded to preserve and promote local history.
  • 1910 - Ontonagon County experiences a population boom due to the mining industry.
  • 1936 - The Porcupine Mountains State Park is established, becoming a popular tourist destination.
  • 1957 - Bond Falls Flowage is created to generate hydroelectric power.
  • 1982 - The Ontonagon River is designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.
  • 2019 - Ontonagon County celebrates its 171st anniversary since establishment.