Wisconsin Hometown Stories

Eau Claire: Old Abe

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After being captured by Chief Big Sky, Old Abe, a bald eagle, became the mascot during the Civil War before retiring to the state capitol.

Aired: 07/09/18

Rating: NR

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Wisconsin Hometown Stories is a local public television program presented by PBS Wisconsin.

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