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Grave of Belle Boyd
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A small granite stone and American Flag mark the grave of Belle Boyd, actress and Confederate spy. The grave is inscribed with: "Belle Boyd, Confederate spy / Born in Virginia / Died in Wisconsin / Erected by a comrade."
1921
Cole, Harry Ellsworth, 1861-1928
Publication Information
| Creator | Cole, Harry Ellsworth, 1861-1928 |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1921 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 photograph |
| Dimensions | 12 x 8 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Harry Ellsworth Cole papers, 1837-1929 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | (C7)3992 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464632702121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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