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First Bridge on Wisconsin River

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View of the first bridge to span the Wisconsin River, built by Schuyler Gates. It was washed away in 1866.

Date Created:
1866
Creator:
Bennett, H. H. (Henry Hamilton), 1843-1908

Publication Information

Creator
Bennett, H. H. (Henry Hamilton), 1843-1908
Date Created
1866

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01409V
Legacy ID
WHi 38832

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