Brodhead is working in conjunction with the Department of Natural Resources to develop the Pearl Island Recreational Area. Cleaning up existing waterways, developing nature trails, preserving native wildlife and plants, are all part of the project. Thank you for your interest in Brodhead, WI. Stop in for a visit or use the information on the web site to contact our Staff, elected Officials, or City Departments.
It is said that one of the men stepped on thistle spines and thorns and cried out. His shouts warned the Scots, who then defeated the Norsemen, thus saving Scotland. The first use of the Scottish Thistle as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.
The saltire is seen on the American Confederate flag, showing the Scottish lineage of many southerners. On this flag it is known as the Southern Cross. The saltire is also seen on several national flags, particularly where there is a historical/cultural connection with St. Andrew.. In Greek, the first letter for Christ (Chi) also happens to be 'X'-shaped 2, as in the Chi Rho Cross. Instead of simply saying that something is 'X-shaped' or 'saltire', the term 'St. Andrew's Cross' is used for several items that have absolutely nothing to do with St. Andrew or even religion.