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Construction of State Historical Society of Wisconsin

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Interior of State Historical Society of Wisconsin during construction. Image shows bricks used in the building and workers.

Date Created:
1899
Creator:
Grant, Francis W.

Publication Information

Creator
Grant, Francis W.
Date Created
1899

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 8 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013HTL
Legacy ID
WHi 28828

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