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Rochester, Minnesota Tornado, August 1883

Drawing from a photograph showing the ruins of a machine shop, after the tornado on August 21, 1883.  Read more about the Rochester, MN Tornado, Aug 1883 at gendisasters.com. Photo from NOAA Library and Information Network.

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With nearly 200 photographs and insightful commentary that help preserve the city's rich history, this book is a tribute to the individuals and institutions that gave rise to this classic Midwestern city. The homesteaders of the 19th century, the founders of Rochester's tradition of medical excellence, and many of the enterprises that contributed to Rochester's growth are remembered here.

Rochester, Minnesota - Images of America Series