This magnificent volume features the portraits and biographies of 500 of Minnesota's most influential citizens. From business leaders to politicians, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the state's history and its influential figures. With its beautiful design and rich imagery, this book is a valuable addition to any library of American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.