Big Shiny Thing

CHICAGO

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May 15th 2011
Hey, it's been a while since my last entry. Spent a bit of time at home doing some work, and getting ready to go back out on the road. Just recently did a small trip to Chicago to accompany my daughter while she was doing a course out there. Great city-beautiful architecture, excellent restaurants, and lots of freaky people. Took a side trip to Milwaukee afterwards, for the beer, mainly. ... read more

North America » United States » Illinois » Chicago

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more