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University of Wisconsin-Madison Boathouse and Red Gym

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View towards shoreline from Lake Mendota of University of Wisconsin-Madison varsity men's rowing crew. People are watching from the boathouse in the background. Behind the boathouse is the Armory (Red Gym or Old Red). Caption reads: "Boat House and Varsity Crew, Madison, Wis."

Date Created:
1906
Creator:
E.C. Kropp Co.

Publication Information

Creator E.C. Kropp Co.
Date Created 1906

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number PF Madison.1365

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013VAJ
Legacy ID
WHi 55331

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