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From 1855 to 1857, King served as captain of one of Wisconsin’s top militia units, the elaborately attired Light Guard. (Gado Images/Alamy Stock Photo)
From 1855 to 1857, King served as captain of one of Wisconsin’s top militia units, the elaborately attired Light Guard. (Gado Images/Alamy Stock Photo)