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Four-Footed Indian Effigy Mound

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Elevated view of a four-footed American Indian effigy mound on the grounds of the Mendota State Hospital (Mendota Mental Health Institute).

Date Created:
1919
Creator:
Fox, George R.

Publication Information

Creator Fox, George R.
Date Created 1919

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 17 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Call Number PH 2021

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013LGN
Legacy ID
WHi 4843

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