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University of Wisconsin-Madison Campus

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View of the lower University of Wisconsin campus from a frozen Lake Mendota. The Armory (Red Gym or Old Red), boathouse, The State Historical Society, Music Hall, and Science Hall are visible.

Date Created:
1900
Creator:
Brown, Charles N.

Publication Information

Creator Brown, Charles N.
Date Created 1900

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 8 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number PF Madison.1169a

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013UPY
Legacy ID
WHi 51914

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