Near Stoughton in Dane County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Robert Marion La Follette, Sr.

1855-1925

Photographed By Keith L, September 23, 2009

1. Robert Marion La Follette, Sr. Marker

Inscription. Wisconsin's most famous political leader and greatest statesman. Born on a farm in Primrose Township, Dane County, he was the first native son and first University of Wisconsin graduate to become Wisconsin Governor. He rose from Dane County District Attorney to Congressman, Governor, and U.S. Senator. An influential fighter for reform, he viewed government as a servant, not ruler, of people. "Fighting Bob" led in establishing the progressive movement in Wisconsin politics. He advocated much which became law--state primary election, tax reform, railroad regulation, conservation, civil service, improved industrial standards. He advanced the "Wisconsin Idea," use of experts from the University in state service. In 1924, he was unsuccessful Independent candidate for president. His liberal impact was nationwide.

Erected 1963 by the Dane County Historical Society. (Marker Number 126.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Wisconsin Historical Society, and the Wisconsin, Dane County Historical Society series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1924.

Location. 42° 57.955′ N, 89° 13.261′ W. Marker is near Stoughton, Wisconsin, in Dane County

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. Marker is on Williams Drive, 0.3 miles north of River Drive, on the left when traveling north. Marker is at La Follette County Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Stoughton WI 53589, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Bovre Congregation (approx. 2.1 miles away); Seasons of Fish Camp (approx. 2½ miles away); Carp for sale (approx. 2½ miles away); Too many carp (approx. 2½ miles away); All about nets (approx. 2½ miles away); How to catch 30,000 carp (approx. 2½ miles away); Working at Fish Camp (approx. 2½ miles away); Fish Camp Launch (approx. 2½ miles away).

More about this marker. This marker is also Wisconsin Historical Society marker no. 126.

Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. This is a list of markers on the Wisconsin Idea and "Fighting Bob" La Follette.

Also see . . . Robert M. La Follette, Sr. Wikipedia entry. (Submitted on September 24, 2009.)

Photographed By Keith L, September 23, 2009

2. Robert Marion La Follette, Sr. Marker

Robert M. La Follette<br>July 12, 1911 image. Click for full size.

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3. Robert M. La Follette
July 12, 1911

Nearby LaFollette Park Sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Keith L, September 23, 2009

4. Nearby LaFollette Park Sign

Credits. This page was last revised on October 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 1,421 times since then and 44 times this year. Last updated on October 4, 2022, by Fitzie Heimdahl of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 24, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 3. submitted on December 18, 2018, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. 4. submitted on September 24, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.