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Flag Presentation

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At the dedication of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield facilty, Congressman David R. Obey was present to present a flag that had flown over the United States Capitol building.

Date Created:
1989
Creator:
Obey, David R.

Publication Information

Creator Obey, David R.
Date Created 1989

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 16 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection David R. Obey papers, 1962-2014 (bulk 1969-2010)
Call Number PH SP Mss BZ.157
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464391202121
Finding Aid https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-stpt00bz

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012CMT
Legacy ID
WHi 100494

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