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The Capitol

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Engraving of the seconds Wisconsin State Capital building. This building burned down in 1904.

Date Created:
1864

Publication Information

Date Created
1864

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
19 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
Legislative Manual, 1864

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0141AU
Legacy ID
WHi 140221

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