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The "First Farmall Tractor"
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Farmall Regular tractor on display, likely at International Harvester's "100 Years in Chicago" celebration in Chicago. A sign identifies the tractor as the "First Farmall."
1947
International Harvester Company
Publication Information
| Creator | International Harvester Company |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1947 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 26 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | International Harvester Company photo albums, circa 1899-1965 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | MCC MSS 7Z, Album 735 |
| Media Number | Box 305,page 112 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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