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Publication Information
| Date Created | 1871 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Map |
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| Dimensions | 44 x 36 cm |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
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| Call Number | H GX 83 1871 W |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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Peshtigo Fire Drawing
1871
Drawing of the Peshtigo Fire, showing people seeking refuge in the Peshtigo River.
Map of the United States
Map reads: "The United States from the Latest Authorities". View of the states and territories.
Peshtigo Fire
November 25, 1871
Engraved view of Peshtigo Fire showing people trying to escape the flames by boat and on horseback. A team of cattle also seek refuge and several birds take flight to escape the fire.
Railroad Damage at the Peshtigo Fire
1871
Fire destruction near railroad tracks after Peshtigo fire. There are wheel carriages from destroyed boxcars on and near the tracks.
Map of Peshtigo Fire
Map of the district of the Peshtigo fire, approximately 1,280,000 acres, in Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
Aftermath of Peshtigo Fire
1871
Street scene showing destruction after Peshtigo fire.
