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Log Blockhouse, Under Construction

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A log blockhouse under construction to support the Allied Intervention in Northern Russia. The fortification is surrounded by a forested area covered in snow.

Date Created:
1918

Publication Information

Date Created
1918

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(U621)023

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013EZS
Legacy ID
WHi 100502

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