Dubuque, Iowa

Dubuque is a city located in Dubuque County, Iowa. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 57,686. It is the county seat of Dubuque County{{GR|6}}.

History

Main article: History of Dubuque, Iowa

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Julien Dubuque was one of the first Europeans to settle in the Dubuque area. He mined lead at what would become called the Mines of Spain, which is about three miles south of the current city of Dubuque. The area would soon become the location of the first European settlement in what would become the state of Iowa. It would also become the headquarters of a Catholic Diocese named after the city in 1838. Since that time, the Catholic Church has been a major force in the history of the city. A large number of German and Irish immigrants helped contribute to the culture of Dubuque. Recently, the face of the city has changed as redevelopment efforts are made.

Related Topics:
Julien Dubuque - European - Iowa - Catholic

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