CATARACT, WI: History of Cataract, Wisconsinby Lyle Koehler. 1977. Cataract, Wisconsin, experienced significant growth during the 19th century, particularly due to the impact of the Sixth Wisconsin Cavalry during the Civil War, which brought increased traffic and demand for local goods. Following the war, many soldiers settled in the area, contributing to the communitys development. The late 1800s saw the establishment of various businesses and social institutions, including general stores,