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Traditional Ways

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A young native American woman is sitting on the ground holding her infant in a cradleboard on her lap, a traditional way to protect and transport babies. She is wearing traditional jewelry.

Date Created:
1976
Creator:
Scott, Allan Y.

Publication Information

Creator Scott, Allan Y.
Date Created 1976

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin Historical Calendars and source photographs, 1948-1992
Call Number PH Series 2779, box 3, fldr 17

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013PI7
Legacy ID
WHi 146701

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