Spotlight Top Story AMERICA 250 | WISCONSIN ORIGINALS Wisconsin Originals: William Harley, Arthur Davidson sparked a transportation revolution From the America 250 series HOLLY GILVARY Jun 8, 2026 Jun 8, 2026 Updated Aug 1, 2026 1 of 2 Davidson Wikimedia Commons Harley Harley-Davidson Archives Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save HOLLY GILVARY As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.k9C ^mkA 4=2DDlQII>D@=:DEA2C28C2A9Qm(:==:2> w2C=6J 2?5 pCE9FC s2G:5D@? 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