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Waukesha, Wisconsin

Located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, Waukesha was established in 1834. The 2021 Waukesha Christmas parade attack killed 6 and injured 62. Waukesha was once a famous mineral spring resort destination.
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Founded 1834 | Population 73,000 | Peak 73,000 (2024) | County Waukesha County

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1834Founded: Waukesha was founded during the mining era in Waukesha County.
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1868Spring Water Capital: Mineral springs attract visitors.
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2021Christmas Parade Attack: SUV driven into parade; 6 killed, 62 injured.
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2021Natural Disaster: Waukesha was impacted by a significant tornado.
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Did You Know?

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The 2021 Waukesha Christmas parade attack killed 6 and injured 62.
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Waukesha was once a famous mineral spring resort destination.
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Waukesha County is one of the most politically conservative counties in Wisconsin.
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Waukesha was founded in 1834.
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Waukesha has a population of approximately 73,000.
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