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Gymnastics at Boys Busy Life Camp, Lake Keesus

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Boys demonstrate acrobatic skills on the grounds of their summer camp.

Date Created:
1915
Creator:
Jacobson, James P.

Publication Information

Creator Jacobson, James P.
Date Created 1915

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 7 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection James Peter Jacobson photographs, 1915-1957
Call Number PH 4375 #548

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0131X9
Legacy ID
WHi 10331

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