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The Steamship Barker

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Three women stand on the shore in front of the steamer Barker at Devils Island natural dock.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 16 x 10 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 52305

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013ZX5
Legacy ID
WHi 111967

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Devils Island

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