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Tornado Aftermath

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The wreckage of buildings on the John Hedler farm after a tornado. An intact wooden barrel and part of a wooden fence stands in the center foreground. A large pile of hay is visible in the background.

Date Created:
circa 1910-1919
Creator:
Bish, A. A. (Alfred A.)

Publication Information

Creator Bish, A. A. (Alfred A.)
Date Created circa 1910-1919

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Alfred A. Bish photographs, circa 1889-1916
Call Number (B5)323A
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465702102121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011M2V
Legacy ID
WHi 83428

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