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Homecoming Parade in Eau Claire

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Uniformed soldiers marching in a World War I homecoming parade. Many men are carrying flags, and the street is heavily decorated with U.S. flags. The soldier in front is riding a horse. Several men not in uniform and a boy are also walking along the street. The parade is moving over a bridge. The Club billiards hall is in the background.

Date Created:
1918

Publication Information

Date Created 1918

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Gunnar Larsen letters, 1918-1919
Call Number PH Superior SC 23.5
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999463883602121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01489Z
Legacy ID
WHi 3410

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