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Blacksmith Jack Breitzman Keeps Craft Alive in Wisconsin
Dunn County blacksmith Jack Breitzman, 65, one of few remaining western Wisconsin smiths, reflects on a career begun in 1935. He recounts the shift from horse-powered farming to tractors, the decline in traditional forge work, and his dedication to repairing and building for farmers in Menomonie. He remains active part time, stressing satisfaction over wealth and noting leadership roles in state and national blacksmith groups.
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