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Fur Trading Post

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A diorama depicting several people, including a small child, gather at a fur trading post in Juneau, Alaska.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 5587

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W01471G
Legacy ID
WHi 101776

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Indian Setting up a Hunting Trap

Indian Setting up a Hunting Trap

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Manchesters Coats & Furs Department

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