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Fire Chief William Thomas Fish

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William Thomas Fish, who served as Madison's fire chief, 1867-1868. Although posed for a formal studio portrait, Fish is wearing his uniform and hat and holding a fire trumpet.

Date Created:
1868
Creator:
Jones, N. P.

Publication Information

Creator
Jones, N. P.
Date Created
1868

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 16 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
CF 656

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012A6V
Legacy ID
WHi 23461

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