From Famine to Feast: Eating Muskrat in Michigan
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From Famine to Feast: Eating Muskrat in Michigan

3:22 Dec 9, 2025
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The episode highlights the historical significance of muskrat as a sustenance option during times of scarcity in Michigan, particularly during the War of 1812. The episode recounts the legislative efforts to promote muskrat hunting and the cultural events surrounding it, including annual dinners that cemented its place in Michigan's culinary landscape.___________________________Produced by Michigan History Magazine
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