Peoria's Early Cycling History

Chris Sweet

Peoria's Early Cycling History

Illinois Wesleyan University

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Abstract

Central Illinois played a significant role in the bicycle boom of the 1890s. This role has been largely forgotten and overshadowed by the better-known Chicago history. This presentation will discuss the historical significance of Central Illinois bicycle manufacturing and bicycle racing during the 1890s.

Original language	American English
State	Published - Jan 10 2016
Event	Peoria Riverfront Museum - Duration: Jan 10 2016 → …

Conference

Conference	Peoria Riverfront Museum
Period	1/10/16 → …

Keywords

Bicycle History
Illinois Bicycle History
Peoria Bicycle History

Disciplines

United States History

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Peoria's Early Cycling History

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