Karmela's Timeline

By tdevoy

  • Indian Wars

    May 7 During the Indian wars in the area, Pontiac leads a 135 day siege of Detroit. Indians capture all the forts in Michigan, except Detroit.

  • Copper mining

    Copper mining operations begin near Keweenaw Point.

  • The Ford Model T

    The Ford Model T is first manufactured.

  • The Detroit Windsor Tunnel

    The Detroit Windsor Tunnel opens to automobile traffic.

  • Michigan Celebrates

    January 26 Michigan celebrates 150 years of statehood.