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Locomotive Explosion

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Four men pose next to a locomotive, which has a hole in its side due to an explosion.

Creator:
Perkins, H. J.

Publication Information

Creator Perkins, H. J.

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 5214

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0146YP
Legacy ID
WHi 78989

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