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Log Ramp and Platform

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A ramp constructed of logs leads up to a platform in a heavily forested area. An American soldier is standing on the platform.

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)199

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013FCY
Legacy ID
WHi 102136

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