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Construction of Miles Glacier Bridge

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View of the construction of Miles Glacier Bridge, constructed from 1909-1910. The bridge crosses the Copper River near mountains. Caption reads: "Constructing Miles Glacier Bridge, C.R. & N.W.RY. April 19, 1910."

Date Created:
April 19, 1910

Publication Information

Date Created April 19, 1910

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Albertype Company photographs, circa 1880s-circa 1950
Call Number (A61)04298

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011FXZ
Legacy ID
WHi 81653

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