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This Day in Minnesota History

August 23, 1852

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ISBN: 0873514165
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Joseph R. Brown arrives at the site of Henderson, which he would name for his mother's family. Brown had been involved in various ventures, serving as a soldier, explorer, farmer, lumberman, legislator, and Indian agent in the early years of the territory.

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First published: July 1, 2015
Last modified: August 23, 2023