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Alan Ameche in Football Game

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Alan Ameche, nicknamed "The Horse," carries the ball during a University of Wisconsin vs. Iowa football game.

Date Created:
October 31, 1953
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created October 31, 1953

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.5149 B

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011VR4
Legacy ID
WHi 82769

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