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State of Wisconsin
Map
This map shows U.S. land offices, completed railroads, railroad land grant limits, lakes, rivers, and Indian reservations. Communities, lakes, and rivers are labeled including the Mississippi River, Lake Michigan, and Lake Superior.
1886
United States. General Land Office (cartographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | United States. General Land Office (cartographer) |
|---|---|
| Publisher | New York, Julius Bien & Co. |
| Date Created | 1886 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 map |
| Dimensions | 72 x 63 cm, on sheet 75 x 67 cm |
| Scale | [1:760,320]. 12 miles to 1 inch |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | D GX902 1886 L |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910101646902121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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