Presentation
The Forgotten Contributions of Central Illinois to the Bicycle Boom of the 1890s
International Cycling History Conference
(2015)
Abstract
Central Illinois played a significant role in the bicycle boom of the 1890s. This role has been largely forgotten and overshadowed by the better-known Chicago history. This paper will discuss the historical significance of Central Illinois bicycle manufacturing and bicycle racing during the 1890s.
Keywords
- Bicycle History,
- Illinois Bicycle History,
- Peoria Bicycle History
Disciplines
Publication Date
August 26, 2015
Citation Information
Chris Sweet. "The Forgotten Contributions of Central Illinois to the Bicycle Boom of the 1890s" International Cycling History Conference (2015) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/christopher_sweet/28/
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