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International Tractor with Parade Float
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An International tractor pulls a parade float down a commercial street lined with spectators. The float celebrates International Harvester's war production. The sign on the tractor reads: "Army E Navy" and the sign on the trailer reads: "The Aircraft Torpedo - A Deadly 'Tin Fish' That Flies."
1945
International Harvester Company
Publication Information
| Creator | International Harvester Company |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1945 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 x 17 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | International Harvester Company photo albums, circa 1899-1965 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | MCC MSS 7Z, Album 625, Pg.76 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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