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Milwaukee River

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Milwaukee River near the Milwaukee settlement. People are depicted doing work in boats along the shore. Original is a pen and ink drawing, presumably made as an illustration.

Date Created:
1874
Creator:
Aubert, F.

Publication Information

Creator Aubert, F.
Date Created 1874

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 46 x 23 cm

Collection Information

Call Number PH 3-3169

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01446H
Legacy ID
WHi 54602

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