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Panoramic View of Capitol Square, South Corner

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Panoramic view of Capitol Square, seen from the South corner. Originally functioned as an oversized post card. Ringling Brothers Circus advertisement visible in the background.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 61 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number PH 3-3146

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0139QU
Legacy ID
WHi 45318

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