1. In 1911, the Wisconsin State Capitol building was officially dedicated in Madison. The Capitol still stands as a beautiful landmark and symbol of Wisconsin's pride.
2. On September 15, 1926, the first regularly scheduled radio broadcast of a professional football game occurred in Milwaukee. The game was between the Chicago Bears and Milwaukee Badgers.
3. In 1945, a massive fire broke out at the Brillion Iron Works in Brillion, Wisconsin. The fire caused significant damage and resulted in the loss of 22 lives.
4. On this day in 1963, famed Milwaukee Brewers pitcher and Baseball Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers was born. Fingers played for the Brewers from 1981 to 1985 and helped lead the team to their only World Series appearance in 1982.
5. September 15th is recognized as National Cheese Toast Day in Wisconsin. Cheese toast is a delicious and easy snack that is made by placing sliced or grated cheese on top of bread and toasting it until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Wisconsin is known for its love of cheese, making this holiday especially fitting.
5 Fun Facts About September 15 In Wisconsin History
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