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Lindbergh Returns
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Madison admirers gather around Charles Lindbergh upon his arrival in the city. This photograph is believed to have been taken in 1928 when Lindbergh returned to receive an honorary degree from the University of Wisconsin.
1928
Publication Information
| Date Created | 1928 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 11 x 13 cm |
Collection Information
| Call Number | (X3)53581 |
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Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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