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Harbor Light

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The Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse entered service in 1918, was automated in 1971 and sold in 2009. The lighthouse is located on the end of a 400 foot breakwater. Snow and trees are along the Lake Michigan shoreline in the foreground.

Date Created:
1951
Creator:
Weinert, Sig

Publication Information

Creator Weinert, Sig
Date Created 1951

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin Historical Calendars and source photographs, 1948-1992
Call Number PH Series 2779, box 3, fldr 2

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W014EWK
Legacy ID
WHi 140939

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