Peshtigo Fire | Print | Wisconsin Historical Society

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Peshtigo Fire

Peshtigo Fire | Print | Wisconsin Historical Society
Engraved view of Peshtigo Fire showing people trying to escape the flames by boat and on horseback. A team of cattle also seek refuge and several birds take flight to escape the fire.
DESCRIPTION
Engraved view of Peshtigo Fire showing people trying to escape the flames by boat and on horseback. A team of cattle also seek refuge and several birds take flight to escape the fire.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:1784
Creation Date: 11 25 1871
Creator Name:Unknown
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Collection Name:Single Item Oversize
Genre:Print
Original Format Type:prints, photomechanical
Original Format Number:PH 5-1692
Original Dimensions:unknown
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Originally appeared in Harpers Weekly, November 25, 1871.
SUBJECTS
Swine
Birds
Cows and Cattle
Horses
Engraving
Forest fires
Trees
Coats
Hats
Fires
Dwellings
Crowds
Boats and boating
Rivers
Shorelines
Clothing and dress

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