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Mr. Reece 2013
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I was loyal to my family, friends, territory, and country. I made many long journeys in a birch canoe. When I explored the Michigan Territory, I liked what I saw! I am ….
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I was loyal to my family, friends, territory, and country. I made many long journeys in a birch canoe. When I explored the Michigan Territory, I liked what I saw! I am Lewis Cass
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I played for the Detroit Tigers from 1905- 1926. I was one of the best baseball players of all time. Unfortunately, I was known for having a bad temper. I am ….
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I played for the Detroit Tigers from 1905- 1926. I was one of the best baseball players of all time. Unfortunately, I was known for having a bad temper. I am …. Ty Cobb
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I spent much of my childhood in Monroe, Michigan. I was a general in the Civil War. I was killed by Indian Warriors in the Battle of Little Big Horn. I am ….
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I spent much of my childhood in Monroe, Michigan. I was a general in the Civil War. I was killed by Indian Warriors in the Battle of Little Big Horn. I am … Gen. George Custer
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My family moved to Grand Rapids when I was 2 years old. I graduated from the University of Michigan where I played on the football team. I became the 38 th president of the United States. I am ….
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My family moved to Grand Rapids when I was 2 years old. I graduated from the University of Michigan where I played on the football team. I became the 38 th president of the United States. I am …. Gerald Ford
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A son of Italian immigrants, I was a first generation American. My first big job was as an engineer at the Ford Motor Company where I worked my way up to president. In 1979 I became president of the dying Chrysler Corporation which I brought back to its feet. I am ….
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A son of Italian immigrants, I was a first generation American. My first big job was as an engineer at the Ford Motor Company where I worked my way up to president. In 1979 I became president of the dying Chrysler Corporation which I brought back to its feet. I am …. Lee Iacocca
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I was born in 1863 in Dearborn, Michigan. In 1893 I became Chief Engineer of Edison Illuminating Company in Detroit. I had a dream of “producing an automobile that was reasonably priced, reliable, and efficient.” I am most famous for my Model T. I founded Ford Motor Company. I am ….
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I was born in 1863 in Dearborn, Michigan. In 1893 I became Chief Engineer of Edison Illuminating Company in Detroit. I had a dream of “producing an automobile that was reasonably priced, reliable, and efficient.” I am most famous for my Model T. I founded Ford Motor Company. I am …. Henry Ford
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I was born in 1860 in Battle Creek, Michigan. I attended school only thru the sixth grade. While working at the Battle Creek Sanitarium, I began looking for a healthy, vegetarian diet for the patients. Quite by accident, I discovered how to make cereal flakes. These soon became a patient favorite. In 1906 I founded the Battle Creek Toasted Corn Flakes Company. I am ….
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I was born in 1860 in Battle Creek, Michigan. I attended school only thru the sixth grade. While working at the Battle Creek Sanitarium, I began looking for a healthy, vegetarian diet for the patients. Quite by accident, I discovered how to make cereal flakes. These soon became a patient favorite. In 1906 I founded the Battle Creek Toasted Corn Flakes Company. I am …. Will Keith Kellogg
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Born July 31, 1837, I grew up on the family farm. Raising bees encouraged me to have a strong work ethic. My business started with a few stores called “Kresge’s Five and Dime” one of which was in Detroit, MI. My business grew and on March 1, 1962, the first K-Mart opened in Detroit. I am ….
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Born July 31, 1837, I grew up on the family farm. Raising bees encouraged me to have a strong work ethic. My business started with a few stores called “Kresge’s Five and Dime” one of which was in Detroit, MI. My business grew and on March 1, 1962, the first K-Mart opened in Detroit. I am …. Sebastian Spering Kresge
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Born in Detroit in 1902, I grew up on a farm in Minnesota. I joined the United States Army in 1924 so that I could learn to fly planes. I became the first person to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean in a plane called the Spirit of St. Louis. I am …
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Born in Detroit in 1902, I grew up on a farm. I joined the United States Army in 1924 so that I could learn to fly planes. I became the first person to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean in a plane called the Spirit of St. Louis. I am … Charles Lindberg
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I was teased and made fun of as a child. One day I skipped my violin lesson and went to a nearby gym for a boxing lesson instead. I held the heavyweight boxing title from 1937-1949. I have an arena named after me in the city that I grew up, Detroit, Michigan. I am …
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I was teased and made fun of as a child. One day I skipped my violin lesson and went to a nearby gym for a boxing lesson instead. I held the heavyweight boxing title from 1937-1949. I have an arena named after me in the city that I grew up, Detroit, Michigan. I am … Joe Louis
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I was born a slave named Isabella in 1797. I was freed by New York’s 1827 Emancipation Act. I worked to help free other slaves and for equal rights. I settled in Battle Creek, Michigan. I am …
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I was born a slave named Isabella in 1797. I was freed by New York’s 1827 Emancipation Act. I worked to help free other slaves and for equal rights. I settled in Battle Creek, Michigan. I am … Sojourner Truth
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I played guard for the Detroit Pistons from 1981-94. I was voted MVP in the NBA All Star Game in 1986. I am …
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I played guard for the Detroit Pistons from 1981-94. I was voted MVP in the NBA All Star Game in 1986. I am … Isaiah Thomas
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