In 1804, a small island in the middle of the Mississippi (smack dab in between Iowa and Illinois) was purchased from the Sauk and Mesquakie Indian tribes. Little did we know, this piece of land would serve many purposes throughout American history. From being a military base in the Blackhawk war to being a prison in the Civil War, this island is rich with history. As time has moved on, this historic piece of land has turned into the Rock Island Arsenal, a government-owned artillery producer for American troops. For those who are interested the Arsenal, it offers all history “junkies” a chance to dive into the past, by taking a visit to the Arsenal Museum. Additionally, tourists can take a tour of the late Colonel Davenport’s home, the founder of Davenport, Iowa. So, if you're looking to take part in an eventful day, just remember that the Rock Island Arsenal offers everyone a huge dose of fun and history!
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