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Simon Pokagon: Problems of a Middleman

Simon Pokogan (1830-1899) was born in Berrien County, Michigan, the son of Leopold Pokogan, chief of the Potawatomies for more than 40 years.  In 1832 Leopold, some believe, actually sold the land some of early Chicago was built on.  Simon … Continue reading

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