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  • The Making of a Riot: Political Violence in Civil War Illinois
    September 12, 2025

    The Making of a Riot: Political Violence in Civil War Illinois

    Michael Kleen
  • Legends and Lore of Coles County, Illinois, the Complete Series Now Available at Internet Archive
    July 23, 2025

    Legends and Lore of Coles County, Illinois, the Complete Series Now Available at Internet Archive

    Michael Kleen
  • Macktown Historic District Offers a Unique Glimpse into the Past
    January 6, 2025

    Macktown Historic District Offers a Unique Glimpse into the Past

    Michael Kleen
  • Growing Up in the Stacks: Memories of the Des Plaines Public Library
    December 18, 2024

    Growing Up in the Stacks: Memories of the Des Plaines Public Library

    Michael Kleen
  • Reflections on a Changing Des Plaines
    December 6, 2024

    Reflections on a Changing Des Plaines

    Michael Kleen
  • The Rockford Stimulus Scandal is a Cautionary Tale on Accountability and Transparency
    December 4, 2024

    The Rockford Stimulus Scandal is a Cautionary Tale on Accountability and Transparency

    Michael Kleen
  • The Last Halloween
    October 31, 2024

    The Last Halloween

    Michael Kleen
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Michael Kleen is an author, photographer, and raconteur. He has a M.A. in History and M.S. in Education. He enjoys studying military history, folklore, and philosophy.

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