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Kick of the Week: Mines of Spain (Dubuque, IA)

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Nick

Just south of Dubuque, IA lies Mines of Spain State Recreation Area. This land was mined for lead for centuries, first by the Mesquakie tribe, then by European settlers – most notably French Canadian fur-trader Julien Dubuque. Under Spanish rule … Continue reading →