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Black Hawk's Route
Map
This map of southwestern Wisconsin traces the route taken by Chief Black Hawk from Vernon County east to Waukesha County and south to Rock County in 1832. Adjacent modern cities, villages, waterways, highways and counties are labeled.
1949
Hagan, William T., 1918-2011 (cartographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Hagan, William T., 1918-2011 (cartographer) |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Madison, State Historical Society |
| Date Created | 1949 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 map |
| Dimensions | 27 x 39 cm |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | H GX902 1832 H |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910100136702121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
|---|
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