Florence, Italy? No, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Some of Wisconsin's many names have been given by the groups of immigrants who have settled in the state while the others reflect its arts and industry Some of Wisconsin's given names are The Gathering Place by the Waters, Cream City, Brewtown and The Machine Shop of America.

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Grandeur in Maryland

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Captain Charles Ridgely's Hampton Hall in Baltimore, MD, remains one of the US' largest and finest houses. Built by Jehu Howell in 1783, the mansion was built of locally quarried stone covered with stucco. It is now under the auspices of the National Park Service.

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Grand Gulf Military State Park

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The history of Grand Gulf, which fell into obscurity after the Civil War due to the decimation of its population, has been preserved by William D. Lum. Lum created the Grand Gulf Military State Park which showcases the town's political history.

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