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Winged Victory Letterhead
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Letterhead with a Winged Victory, wearing a robe printed with stars, and holding a banner on a staff, which reads: "Liberty, The Union Now Henceforth & For Ever Amen!" 4 page, folded, illustration printed on top in red ink on lined paper.
July 20, 1862
United States. Post Office Department
Publication Information
| Creator | United States. Post Office Department |
|---|---|
| Date Created | July 20, 1862 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 print |
| Dimensions | 13 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Civil War illustrated envelopes, 1861-1865 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH 2724, Box 10, Env 4 |
| Media Number | Box 10 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465809102121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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