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Sparky's Funeral
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Large group of U.S. Naval Training School (Radio) trainees, at the Van Hise dormitories, standing at the grave site of Sparky, with one man playing taps. Sparky was the Naval trainees mascot.
December 6, 1944
Stein, George H., 1913-2004
Publication Information
| Creator | Stein, George H., 1913-2004 |
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| Date Created | December 6, 1944 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 26 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Photo Copy Service photographs and negatives, 1925-1983 |
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| Call Number | PH 6058.A0874 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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