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C.B.Q. Concrete Bridge

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View across field of workers constructing a Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad bridge.

Date Created:
1922
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator
Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created
1922

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013G9M
Legacy ID
WHi 90815

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