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University of Wisconsin Historical Decorative Map
Map
Color bird's-eye map of the University of Wisconsin-Madison as it was midcentury, with two co-eds, several photographs of campus landmarks around edges, and past Presidents along the bottom edge. Descriptive text inserts are in the image, with notes and words to a song on the right side.
1949
Beck, Carl, 1885-1963
Publication Information
| Creator | Beck, Carl, 1885-1963 |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1949 |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 84 x 56 cm |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | D GX9029 M18 1950 H |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
|---|
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WHi 22980
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