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Armory Gymnasium Annex Demolition

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Gymnasium annex undergoing demolition near Armory (Red Gym or Old Red) on University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. A man is working in the lower center of the image under the metal framework.

Date Created:
1956
Creator:
Newhouse, John

Publication Information

Creator
Newhouse, John
Date Created
1956

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
22 x 14 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PF Madison UW.108

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder
Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014FHT
Legacy ID
WHi 57165

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