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Fabric from 1903 Flyer

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A piece of fabric (approximately 1" x 1") from the 1903 Wright Flyer. It is attached to a certificate and includes a photograph.

Date Created:
circa 1900-1909

Publication Information

Date Created circa 1900-1909

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Harry A. Bruno papers, 1919-1969
Call Number PH 3268
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465401802121
Finding Aid https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-us0053af

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012P2J
Legacy ID
WHi 10402

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