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Damaged Log Blockhouse

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View of field with a damaged blockhouse constructed of logs, and a smaller outbuilding in the distance. It appears the roof of the fortification has sustained some damage, and logs are strewn about the area.

Date Created:
1918

Publication Information

Date Created 1918

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Robert Colton Johnson papers and photographs, 1879-1970
Call Number (U621)190

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013F87
Legacy ID
WHi 102126

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