Most Michigan residents don't realize that our state was on the cutting edge of many of the worlds biggest advances in technology and infrastructure.

The world may not have snow boards, paved roads or even phone numbers without Michiganders.  How many of the fifteen facts below did you already know?  Tell us in the comments.

15 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Michigan

15 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Michigan

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