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Matthias Stein, 1808 - 1896 Milwaukee's first gunsmith |
4. Matthias Stein, 1808 to 1896Looking forward to visiting his grave the next time we're in Milwaukee.
Section 8, Block 11, Lot 8A mechanic by trade, Stein was Milwaukee’s first gunsmith. Prior to arrival here, he spent three years in Washington D.C. There, he regularly took morning walks, befriending an older gentleman who did the same. Eventually, Stein found out that his walking companion was President Andrew Jackson.
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