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Drawings

Gunboat "Essex"

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The "Essex" (New Era) transformed into a gunboat, at anchor. Next to it is a smaller boat.

Date Created:
circa 1861-1862
Creator:
Simplot, A. (Alexander), 1837-1914 (draftsman)

Publication Information

Creator Simplot, A. (Alexander), 1837-1914 (draftsman)
Date Created circa 1861-1862
Language English

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 drawing
Dimensions 14 x 17 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection A. Simplot papers and drawings, 1866-1911
Call Number PH 1558.4
Media Number Box 1,Folder 4
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464087602121
Finding Aid http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-ph01558

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011D4T
Legacy ID
WHi 32878

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