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Photographs

Sylvanus Thayer

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Portrait of Colonel Sylvanus Thayer (June 9, 1785-Septmeber 7, 1872) in military uniform.

Creator:
Weir, Robert Walter, 1803-1889

Publication Information

Creator
Weir, Robert Walter, 1803-1889

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(X3)46480

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0138MS
Legacy ID
WHi 66183

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