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Colton's Wisconsin Map

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A map of Wisconsin showing cities, counties, major roads, railroads, and bodies of water. Includes an inset of the vicinity of Milwaukee.

Date Created:
1861
Creator:
Colton, J. H. (Joseph Hutchins), 1800-1893

Publication Information

Creator Colton, J. H. (Joseph Hutchins), 1800-1893
Date Created 1861

Physical Description

Format Map
Dimensions 34 x 41 cm

Collection Information

Digital Collection Maps and Atlases
Call Number A GZ 1861 C Page 48

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01430Y
Legacy ID
WHi 49134

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